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Quick Tax Filing Tips

Are you still working on your tax return? With the deadline very close at hand don’t fret, but take these tips that the IRS offers into consideration while finishing your tax returns. Consider filing electronically. If you file electronically and choose to have your tax refund deposited directly into your bank account, you will have […]

Six Important Lessons to Know About Credit

No matter your age, occupation, or status, it is important to know about credit cards and the effects they can have on your finances.  Yes, credit cards are convenient with their “buy now – pay later” incentive, but without careful use they could spiral you into debt! According to an article from Fox Business, there […]

4 Bad Money Habits to Kick for 40 Days

Take this season to put a financial spin on your daily routines.  Let us help you kick four bad money habits to help you save money this spring! Items that can damage your wallet and waist – Get rid of the alcohol, cigarettes, and fast food! Bad credit card behavior – Skip using the card […]

Holiday Payback – Part 3

As the first month in 2012 is coming to a close, how are your finances looking after the 2011 holiday season? Are you making a conscious effort to pay back that debt? To finish up our series on how you can save to reduce your debt, try out these few tips to get back into […]

Holiday Payback – Part 2

With the 2011 holiday season being deemed a retail “success,” people are struggling with their debt in January 2012. Continuing with last week’s post, here are some ways to cut back reasonably painlessly in order to pay down your debt. Stop buying bottled waters or sodas – Instead of using the vending machine at work […]

Save Money & Eliminate Post-Holiday Debt – Part I

In December, many people loosened their spending reigns and jumped into the spirit of the holidays with SHOPPING! But now, with your credit card bills rolling in from the holidays, don’t wait to pay them off! A survey by Consumer Reports shows that 14.1 million or 6% of Americans admitted to still owe for their […]

Improve Your Odds of Keeping 2012 Financial Resolutions

With the New Year just beginning, why not make it your most productive year yet! Below are a number of tips that can help you become more productive in your life and with your finances. Make a Do-Not-Do List – Instead of an average to do list, create a list that says what you will […]

Holiday Safety Tips for Your Home

The holiday season is something we all look forward to. But did you even realize that maybe it’s the most anticipated time of the year for thieves? As more and more people get ready for the holidays and vacations, they forget that maybe their homes could fall victim to burglaries.  Here are some safety tips […]

Bank of America Announces They Will Reverse Debit Card Fee

Bank of America customers have been arguing against the proposed $5 debit card fee for that last month. More than 300,000 people signed an online petition while another 21,000 promised to close their Bank of America bank accounts if this fee was added. Bank of America announced yesterday, Tuesday, November 1, that they will be […]

Ways to Save on Pet Expenses

Is your pet burning a hole in your wallet? According to the American Pet Products Association, Americans spent almost $48 billion on their pets last year. In order to save some cash, here are some top ways you can save some money but still keep your pets happy and healthy! Spend Less on Food – […]