We all know that credit cards impact your credit score. But there are so many unknowns when it comes to how to use them to your advantage. Opening a line of credit is one of the easiest ways to begin establishing a credit history. But, applicant beware as there are some things to consider first.
How many credit cards is the right amount? A healthy number of credit lines (including credit cards) is anywhere from 11 […]
If you realize your spending has gotten messy and needs some cleaning up, here is what you might want to do. Develop a list of your credit card balances, all outstanding balances for that matter. Then, once you have a clear picture of what you owe, organize the debts from least to greatest. Pay off your debt beginning with the smaller account balances. The best way to do this is to make your minimum payments […]
How about putting yourself first this holiday season? Let’s take a moment to consider what you really want. More than likely it is peace of mind. Your credit standing impacts your peace of mind heavily. Let this year be different than last year, the year before that and all the years you can recall where you spent beyond your means and then paid for it all year long.
As a business owner, keeping your finances organized can seem like a daunting task. But it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Just follow these 8 useful tips from Forbes Finance Council experts to keep clear and organized financial records that will make your annual tax filing a breeze.
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Absolutely not! The holidays are a time for giving, but to what extent? Do you give so much that you must then go without? This is often the case for shoppers caught up in the mob mentality around sale shopping. It is much harder to shop with restraint with shoppers around you grabbing every markdown item. Whether you realize it or not, this scenario does affect the way in which you […]
According to a new poll from the American Psychological Association (APA), more than eight out of ten women anticipate a stressful holiday season due to financial concerns. The poll found that women are significantly more likely than men to worry about having enough money to purchase gifts.
“Many people feel overwhelmed during the holiday season, and given the current economic crisis, the pressures can be extraordinary,” says psychologist Katherine Nordal, PhD, APA’s executive director for professional […]
Whether its medical bills, car repairs, rent increase, or other unplanned expenses – Life sometimes gets in the way and you find yourself spending more than you have. There are times when you just don’t have a choice and you have to spend well beyond what you have just to keep going. So if you find yourself staring at those unbelievably high bills with ever higher interest charges then maybe it’s time to step back […]
The school year has begun, and millions of students are heading back to college. Amidst all the hustle and bustle of schoolbooks, supplies and moving into college dorms is the stress and anxiety that comes from all the expenses incurred by attending college. So, how do you avoid student loans? Below are five tips for smart student loan borrowing.
Consumer debt is at an all-time high—resulting from student, debt, business debt, educational debt, medical debt, or unemployment. Overwhelming emotions arise from debt, the feeling of anxiety and hopelessness cause frantic behavior and choices. The urgency to have a clean slate causes rash decision making in regards to debt. Debtors must understand the difference between choosing debt relief or bankruptcy.
One of the biggest […]
Many popular debt relief companies are the ones you will hear advertising that they can wipe out your debt over night or that they can save you 90% on all credit card accounts. First off, that is just unrealistic. Truth-be-told there is no magic wand that can relieve you of your debt overnight. There are, on the other hand many programs offered by certain reputable, credible companies […]
