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Is carrying a credit card balance actually a good idea to try to improve your credit rating?
By: Rich Exner | Source: Cleveland.com
If you’ve been intentionally carrying a balance on your credit cards with hope of improving your credit score, you just may be making an expensive decision without getting any closer to your goal.
Will Bitcoin Ever Be Accepted Widely as a Form of Payment?
By: Gabrielle Olya | Source: GoBankingRates
In March, Elon Musk announced that Tesla would allow customers to purchase its electric vehicles using bitcoin — but will other major brands follow suit?
Biden tax increases threaten small businesses, experts warn
By: Brittany De Lea | Source: Fox Business
Small business owners have taken a hit from the coronavirus pandemic, and now some experts are concerned that they may see their tax obligations rise as a result of proposals expected from President Biden.
11 Steps for Paying Off Credit Card Debt in 2021
By: Nicole Spector | Source: Yahoo Finance
Debt was already a significant hurdle for Americans in the years leading up to the COVID-19 pandemic; back in 2018, a study by Northwestern Mutual found that average personal debt (exclusive of home mortgages and among those with some debt) surpassed $38,000. And things continued to worsen.
The Definitive Guide to Repairing Bad Credit
By: Julia Glum | Source: Money
Like it or not, your credit can make or break you.
What Are Mutual Funds?
By: NOEL DÁVILA | Source: Money
Mutual funds are a simple way for investors to buy a group of securities with one purchase. These securities can consist of stocks, money market instruments, bonds, and other assets.
South Florida 100: Looking forward to Inauguration Day, remembering MLK
Our panel of 100 influential leaders discusses the most important issues affecting you.
11 Steps for Paying Off Credit Card Debt in 2021
By: Nicole Spector | Source: Yahoo Finance
Debt was already a significant hurdle for Americans in the years leading up to the COVID-19 pandemic; back in 2018, a study by Northwestern Mutual found that average personal debt (exclusive of home mortgages and among those with some debt) surpassed $38,000. And things continued to worsen.
2020 and your money: 5 surprising trends in a tumultuous year for Americans and their finances
By: Russ Wiles | Source: USA Today
The past year has been unusual not just from a public-health standpoint, but in terms of personal money behaviors and economics. Many of the typical financial patterns that you’d expect to see in a recession year just didn’t pan out.
Do’s and don’ts of earning an intro bonus on your holiday shopping
By: Holly Johnson | Source: CreditCards.com
ou can earn something for yourself as you go about checking off your holiday shopping list – that is, if you pay with a rewards credit card that offers an introductory bonus. Here’s what to keep in mind if you want to earn a sign-up bonus while buying gifts.
Tips to Avoid Online Shopping Scams
By: Nicole Spector | Source: Yahoo! Finance
With Black Friday offers storming in from retailers everywhere, consumers might feel overwhelmed just trying to distinguish the great bargains from the dud deals. In all the hustle and bustle of online shopping, it can be easy to overlook one crucial first step: cybersecurity.
Financial expert warns of charity scams during the season of giving and throughout the year
By: Chris Worrell | Source: Cleveland.com
With the spirit of giving in the air and multiple ongoing crises in the headlines, philanthropic individuals are increasingly being targeted by scammers.
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Dvorkin On Debt: 3 Graphic Ways To Save
By: Howard Dvorkin
Each of these how to save money info graphics are worth 1,000 words. Learn about a variety ways to save that will give you great ideas.
Dvorkin on Debt: What Dentists And Debt Have In Common
By: Howard Dvorkin
And no, it’s not that both are painful. An American Academy of Periodontology study shows more than a a quarter of adults lie to their dentist.
Dvorkin On Debt: Why We Need To Stop Sneering At Millennials
By: Howard Dvorkin
How many times have you heard that millennials saving habits are poor? They’ll do just fine financially, thank you very much.
What Do Shoplifting and Identity Theft Have In Common?
By: Howard Dvorkin
The answer may depress you. It depresses me that shoplifting and identity theft are so common.
Dvorkin On Debt: What You Don’t Know Can Cost You
By: Howard Dvorkin
You probably know what a credit score is. You might even know your number. But here’s what you don’t know, according to this year’s credit score quiz.
Dvorkin On Debt: The New American Dream Is A Better Reality
By: Howard Dvorkin
The new American Dream is a lot less consumerist. We’re changing how we view “the pursuit of happiness,” and that might mean spending less.
Here’s Why Identity Theft Has Skyrocketed — And What You Can Do About It
By: Howard Dvorkin
We share blame for the identity theft epidemic. Now, learn why identity theft is on the rise. Here’s how to get some protection.
Dvorkin On Debt: How To Collect From A Debt Collector
By: Howard Dvorkin
One woman who was being harassed for a $1,000 charge she didn’t owe ended up being awarded $83 million from the debt collector harassing her.
Even The Rich Are Worried About Their Retirement Savings
By: Howard Dvorkin
Low and middle income earners don’t have a corner market on retirement fears. There are worries for retirement savings for high income earners.
How You’ll Go On Vacation 15 Years From Now
By: Howard Dvorkin
Here’s what a vacation of the future looks like — and it might surprise you. In 2030, to go on vacation will be a lot different than it is today.
3 Very Strange Small Businesses, And What You Can Learn From Them
By: Howard Dvorkin
Celebrate National Small Business Week by reading about these three strange businesses, how they got started, and what you can learn from them.
What Most Americans Are Doing RIGHT With Their Money
By: Howard Dvorkin
Financial Literacy Month was scary, but buried in the stories is really good news about what financial education has taught Americans.