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5 Bad Money Habits You Should Try To Break
Tweet Share on Facebook November 2, 2010 Comment (9)How good are you at managing your money? Some of us are better than others, keeping careful track of our finances with help from budgeting tools and software or by simply being frugal and careful when we spend. Others, however, don't seem to get the hang of it, and there are usually some very good reasons why. One reason is that you have a carefree way of thinking about money and how you should save or spend. Be on the alert for this, because your money could be draining away more easily than you initially thought. If you catch yourself adapting some of the behaviors listed below, then it could be time to take a closer look at how you are handling your money!
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The Frugal Art of Being a Good House Guest
Tweet Share on Facebook November 2, 2010 Comment (3)The year-end rush often includes a mix of parties, gifts, and travel. And whether you’re traveling across town or across the road, your holiday baggage may include host gifts for those who invite you into their home for a party or a vacation. Host gifts are part of the annual holiday shopping ritual, which is estimated to climb to $447.1 billion during the 2010 year-end holiday season, according to the National Retail Federation. Fortunately, there are frugal, but meaningful host gifts and solutions for travelers and party goers.
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How to Get Car Insurance—Despite Your History
Tweet Share on Facebook November 1, 2010 Comment (4)If you have been involved in a traffic accident or received several traffic tickets for speeding or reckless behavior, you are probably aware that the cost of your auto insurance can increase dramatically when you have problems in your driving history. Unfortunately, car insurance is legally required by all states but New Hampshire, so you probably have to keep your car insured no matter what your driving record is.
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Go Hi-Tech on Black Friday and Save Big
Tweet Share on Facebook November 1, 2010 Comment (4)The day after Thanksgiving is well known as the biggest shopping day of the year. Stores put a few things on an incredible sale to draw crowds, even opening their doors in the wee hours of the morning. Every year we hear stories of shoppers lining up in front of Wal-Mart or Best Buy to be the first in line at 4 am when the doors open
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How to Check Your Credit Score for Free
Tweet Share on Facebook November 1, 2010 Comment (21)The Fair Credit Reporting Act required consumer reporting agencies, like credit bureaus, to provide their records of you at least once ever twelve months. Since your credit report, and credit score, as so important in your financial life, it makes sense that the law mandates you are able to review it annually without cost. This is why credit experts recommend that you check your credit report at least once every twelve months for errors, omissions, or other inaccuracies so that your report is an accurate reflection of you.
