Are you covered? Auto insurance you should know about (& how to save!)

The Nissan GT-R has been a hot car this year, winning prestigious industry awards such as Motor Trend’s “Car of the Year.” If you’re looking to save on insurance costs, don’t expect... Read more »

Understanding your credit card agreement

Most people like surprises; unless they are related to a credit card. Fortunately, creditors are required by law to disclose the terms and conditions of their offers in detail before you sign... Read more »

Debt repayment can improve your health

We all know that money problems aren’t only about money. Financial problems have far-reaching impacts in many aspects of our lives. For example, we know that financial problems prevent people from doing... Read more »

The dos and don’ts of establishing credit

There are multiple reasons why people may want to establish new credit. They may be new entrants into the world of credit, or are perhaps trying to reestablish credit after a financial... Read more »

How to avoid a huge end-of-year holiday bill

Believe it or not, holiday shopping starts to heat up during the final days of summer. By the time Labor Day rolled around, one in six Americans had already started work on their... Read more »

Make the most of your garden before winter

It’s not quite October, and the forecast calls for snow tonight. In preparation, I made a mad dash into the garden to harvest as many vegetables as possible (last year, I waited... Read more »

Sandi’s debt repayment journal

I have the pleasure of reading a lot of great letters from people who have successfully repaid their debt. Recently, I received an email from Sandi in Massachusetts with her 3-year personal... Read more »

Are you prepared for the unexpected?

People can quickly go from prosperity to poverty with the strike of a hurricane, wild fire, flood, or other natural disaster. To better prepare people in the event of an emergency, September... Read more »

Savvy scavengers can save at the salvage grocery store

If you like searching for deals at the dollar stores, maybe it is time to take it to the next level. I recently saw a news story about the growth of sales... Read more »

How to stay fit when money is tight

Many of us exercise to maintain good health. Others want to lose weight or relieve stress. The motivation may vary, but exercise is a common theme in many of our lives. According... Read more »