Money Smart Week 2017
Financial Literacy Month is here. And Money Smart Week is just around the corner. In Chicago, Money Smart Week is April 22 - April 29th this year. Consumers will have the opportunity to come out and participate in hundreds of free financial education seminars and...
Investing 101 – Understanding the Basics
Have you ever considered investing your money? When it comes to investing - the more you know, the more your money can grow. In this Investing 101 webinar, Money Smart Week partner Karen Chan introduces you to the basics on investments. The individual investor should...
Creating a Budget – You can do this!
Yesterday I went shopping for some basketball shoes. After a few ankle twists, I thought they would be worth the investment. The first question that popped out of the sales associate’s mouth-what’s your budget? I’m not a serious basketball player (actually far, far...
Major Appliance Purchase: Don’t Forget This
If you’ve ever had a washing machine breakdown, refrigerator stop working or any other major appliance go, then you know the feeling. It’s no walk in the park. And more like a mad dash to find a good replacement at a reasonable price. Depending on what you buy and...
Happy Valentine’s Day! Does Love Have a Price Tag
To buy or not to buy? To spend or not to spend? These are serious questions procrastinators may be asking themselves right now. Restaurant reservations are going quick! People are strolling through the card aisles to find the perfect words for that special someone....
The Best Valentine’s Gift May Not Cost a Thing!
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. To give or not to give - that is the question. Survey says - What do women want this Valentine’s Day? Many women don’t want or expect to receive anything on Valentine’s Day. In fact, I’ve seen surveys ranging from 44% to 50%...
Taxpayers Beware: Tax Season Scams
Tax season is here. On January 23rd 2017 the IRS officially started accepting your 2016 tax returns. They expect over 153 million people to file their taxes. And now is the prime time for TAX SCAMS targeting hundreds of millions of people. Don’t be a victim. Taxpayers...
3 Quick & Easy Ways Your Smartphone Can Save You Money
Smartphones make life easier. They help us stay in touch and capture special moments, but they offer so much more. You can use your smartphone to save more money on everyday purchases. Here are 3 Ways to Save Money using your Smartphone: Comparison shop online to get...
#GivingTuesday – Why Others Matter
Many years ago I visited the King Memorial in Atlanta, GA. It wasn't my first time, but something stood out to me like never before. After watching a short movie, a black screen flashed up with these words blazing in white: "Life's most persistent and urgent question...
Happy Thanksgiving Wishes!
After dinner last night my ten-year-old daughter asked me, "What gift are you thankful for today?" Without skipping a beat or batting an eyelash I said, "Life." In my mind, that's the greatest gift. Every day is truly a blessing because it gives you time to spend with...
