Protecting Yourself from, "Frankenstein Fraud"
There is no shortage of ways people with bad intentions will try to commit fraud. The problem seems to compound with each passing year. Synthetic...
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Why Knowing Your Full Retirement Age Is Important
Whether you will be retiring in 2025, or years from now, a little planning goes a long way toward setting you up for success in your golden years....
How Applying for a Credit Card Impacts Your Score
You know it is important to monitor your credit score regularly. And have probably learned a few tips for how to improve it. But do you know how...
How to Leverage a HELOC for Financial Success
You understand how your home is an excellent investment for the long term. But there may be times you need to benefit from ownership in the short...
Take the 52 Week Savings Challenge
The 52-week money challenge is a savings plan that gained popularity through social media around 2013. The concept is simple: You start by saving $1...
Plan These Retirement Moves for 2025
If you will be entering the new year as a retired person, or plan to enter that new phase of your life in 2025, there are some things you should...
Is Saving or Investing Better for Your Long Term?
The closer you come to your retirement years, the more you want the assurance that you have planned appropriately. Will you have enough set aside...
Does It Ever Make Sense to Use Your 401(k) To Pay Off Debt?
Financial experts generally agree it is best not to touch your 401(k) until you are in your retirement years. But there can be times when it is...
Avoid These Credit Card Traps This Holiday Season
The holiday season is here, and you know what that means. It’s time to shop ‘til you drop! But if you’re not careful, you could spend more than you...
How to Protect Yourself from Check Fraud
According to a study done by the Federal Reserve, the number of checks written by consumers, businesses, and government entities dropped by 7.2% a...
Mistakes to Avoid When Transferring a Credit Balance
Balance transfer credit cards can help you get out of high-interest debt quickly and efficiently. You may have received offers for these types of...
The Best Type of Bank Accounts for Achieving Your Life Goals
When it comes to personal bank accounts, you probably think of basic checking and savings options. But there are different kinds of accounts you...