Diversifying Your Income

by Miranda June 27, 2011

Do you rely too much on one source of income to keep your household running? If so, it may turn out to be something of a problem. In this time of economic uncertainty, relying too much on only one source of income can lead to financial disaster. What happens if that one source of income [...]

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Best Business Credit Cards

by Ryan June 24, 2011

If you have a business, chances are good that you have expenses that need to be made online, or expenses which require a credit or debit card. Credit cards are easier for expenses such as travel, rental cars, and similar expenses because they don’t tie up funds held in your business checking account. As long [...]

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Allowances: Earned or Given?

by Emily Guy Birken June 24, 2011

Though my son is not yet a year old, I’ve already spent a great deal of time deciding how I will teach him about money. We’ve already set up a piggy bank in his room where all our spare change goes. We half-jokingly call it his college fund, and we roll up those coins once [...]

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Difference Between a PrePaid Card and a Secured Credit Card

by Ryan June 23, 2011

I‘m a big fan of credit cards – primarily because they offer some great consumer protections. For example, my credit card number was recently stolen and my credit card company’s fraud protection unit took care of everything. Because of this and other benefits of using credit cards, I recommend using a credit card if you [...]

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Unexpected College Expenses

by Emily Guy Birken June 22, 2011

We all know that college is an expensive venture. Between tuition, room and board, books, and dining plans, college expenses can average as much as $7,500-$11,000 for a state school and $27,000 per year for a private four-year institution, according to the College Board. Unfortunately for students and parents, however, that does not necessarily tell [...]

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Advantages of Direct Stock Purchase Plans

by John June 21, 2011

There are a number of different ways to invest in the stock market. Online discount brokers tend to be the most popular choice for buying and selling stock based on convenience and relatively low commissions and fees. Then there are traditional brokerage firms that may charge higher fees but offer more stock market advice. Did [...]

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What to Do When Your Credit Card is Stolen

by Ryan June 20, 2011

Last week I was shocked to log into my credit card account and see an $11,000 balance. My wife and I had recently done some furniture shopping and home improvements for our new house, but I know we hadn’t spent that much! It took me about 30 seconds to realize something was very wrong – [...]

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