How to Protect Yourself from Scams
Scams are on the rise! There are phone scams, email scams, romance scams, employment scams, charity scams and many others. About 59.4 million Americans have lost nearly $30 billion dollars in phone scams alone. So you have to be diligent to protect yourself from...
Flexible Spending Accounts: What You Need to Know
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) are a great way to get tax savings. Your employer may give you an opportunity to sign up for an FSA during your annual benefits enrollment period. There are usually two different types of FSAs: Health Care and Dependent Care. What is...
“I finally got my house!”
The other day I saw someone drop to the ground. I couldn't believe my eyes at first. A few other people and I bent down to help him up. When all of a sudden, he popped up with tears in his eyes and walked off quickly. For this blog post, I'll call him Adam. As soon as...
Let’s Talk about Money – Imagine Yourself Podcast
Talking about money doesn't have to be taboo. Tune into this "Imagine Yourself" podcast as we explore some of the biggest money mistakes. You'll learn easy tips to fix your finances and achieve your financial goals in life. Go ahead and give it a listen. You can be...
Help! My Honey’s Not Good with Money
Some conversations stay with you even after they're over. The other day a friend told me something about a guy she’s been dating. She said, “I really want our relationship to work out, but there’s just one thing – he isn’t good with money.” He doesn’t have a problem...
Are Overdraft Fees Going Away?
Many people say they don’t have a bank account because of overdraft fees. According to Bankrate.com an overdraft costs an average of $33.47. Charges like this can quickly add up if you’re not careful. But what if you didn't have to worry about any overdraft fees? Some...
Tax Day Tips & Deals
Procrastinators the clock is ticking, the tax deadline is May 17th. It’s not too late to take advantage of these tax day tips and deals.
Update: Equifax Data Breach Settlement
Do you remember the massive 2017 Equifax data breach? The settlement required you to file a claim by January 22, 2020 to receive any benefits. You had a choice of a cash payout or free credit monitoring services. Well, quite a bit of time has passed since the January...
Free Credit Reports Every Week Extended
When the coronavirus pandemic hit, credit reporting companies gave Americans free access to their credit report every week. And the COVID-19 Free Credit Report Every Week was supposed to expire this month. However, the credit reporting companies have decided to extend...
Why You Need an Emergency Fund and How To Get Started
An emergency savings fund is when you set aside money for unexpected expenses. This money is used for emergencies only. Having an emergency fund gives you the money you need to pay for essentials when you need it most. Best of all, you'll have more peace of mind. It’s...
