Don’t Let Amazon become Scam-azon
Share on facebook Share on twitter “There’s something wrong with your Amazon® account.” It could be a suspicious purchase, a lost package, or an order they can’t fulfill. If you’ve received one of these calls and hung up, you did the right thing. Spam calls are running rampant right now from scammers pretending to be Read More »
How Your Credit Score is Determined, and Three Ways You Can Improve It.
Share on facebook Share on twitter Maybe you’ve applied for a loan in the past and the loan officer gives you your credit score. It may be high, it may be low, but you’ve probably wondered how exactly is it measured? First, credit scores are usually used to differentiate the likelihood that you will Read More »
Security Tip: Don’t Ignore Those Pesky Updates
Share on facebook Share on twitter Most of us get annoyed, when we get an alert asking to install the update now or later on our devices. However, updating your devices is extremely important. Not only does it keep your devices running smoothly, but it also can help protect your device against cyber threats. One Read More »
Writing Your Business Plan for 2021
Share on facebook Share on twitter In the face of uncertainty, there was a record increase in applications for new businesses in 2020. According to an analysis of U.S. Census Bureau data by The Wall Street Journal, new applications for an employer ID reached 1.1 million through mid-September, a 12% increase over the same period Read More »
Five Ways to Financially Thrive in 2021
Share on facebook Share on twitter The time for “New Year, new me” resolutions is finally here, and we’ve got five — actually attainable — resolutions that you’ll want to keep up with all year long. Read on to find out five ways to make 2021 a financially great year. Learn a new (financial) language Read More »
Here’s What You Need To Know About Second Stimulus Checks
Share on facebook Share on twitter The second round of stimulus checks are on their way, thanks to the signing of the COVID RELATED TAX RELIEF ACT OF 2020 that was signed on December 27. But, since a lot of different amounts and restrictions were thrown around during the negotiations, there are still have a Read More »
Why you should avoid store credit cards this holiday season
Share on facebook Share on twitter We’ve all been tempted to open a store credit card—especially during the holidays. Sure, those sign-up bonuses can be great, but if you carry a balance on one of these cards, the interest you pay with those high APRs can easily exceed what you saved with the initial store Read More »
Prepping For Christmas Chaos
Share on facebook Share on twitter The season of holiday shopping is here, and so is the inevitable financial stress— but don’t panic! We’re here to help you conquer the chaos and take control of your finances, so you can give great gifts and feel great about what you spent. Budget the Day Away The first Read More »
A Delicious Homecooked Meal: It’s Easier Than You Think
Share on facebook Share on twitter As the old slogan says, “Set it and forget it!” The days are getting shorter, and the nights are getting longer. Whether you’re running around with your kids, running around with your pets, or running because that is your chosen form of exercise, it feels like there are truly Read More »
Don’t Fall For The Sneakiest Form Of Fraud
Share on facebook Share on twitter Most of us have heard of phishing, but have you heard of vishing? Whether you’ve heard of it or not, you’ve probably experienced vishing in some form. Phishing is a type of social engineering attack often used to steal user data, including login credentials and credit card numbers. Vishing, or voice phishing, Read More »