The consequences of financial clutter

You’ve probably heard that being surrounded by physical clutter can make you feel mentally cluttered. Well, the same is true for financial clutter. And as we enter tax season, the results of... Read more »

Don’t take financial advice from the silver screen

Millions of people watched the Golden Globe awards Sunday night, and it’s tempting to feel envious of the celebrities who walked the red carpet. However, even though the stars’ lives may appear... Read more »

The three steps that will simplify managing your finances

Just one week into the New Year, many are finding that their financial resolutions have already fallen by the wayside – but that doesn’t mean you should admit defeat! The National Foundation... Read more »

Five steps to losing weight and debt in the New Year

Every New Year, shedding weight and debt is at the top of the list for millions of people resolving to change for the better. According to a recent Time magazine news report,... Read more »

Consumers remain committed to credit cards

According to the December poll hosted on the National Foundation for Credit Counseling (NFCC) website, consumers remain very connected to their credit cards. When asked to rank their 2012 financial resolutions, only... Read more »

Resolve to do the best you can this New Year

It’s that time of the year again. The beginning of a new year is in sight, which, for many, symbolizes a fresh start. And as 2011 comes to an end, it is... Read more »

Dreaming of a black Christmas

While retailers are busy trying to stimulate enough holiday sales to put them into the black financially, consumers are dreaming of a black Christmas, one that keeps them in the black on... Read more »

Christmas can wait!

With Christmas right around the corner, the mad dash to the mall is on. In fact, according to a recent survey by PriceGrabber.com, an online shopping site, 41 percent of consumers plan... Read more »

Your guide to charitable giving

The holiday season – and the end of the tax year – motivates many consumers to donate money to their favorite charities. In fact, the average person makes 24 percent of their... Read more »

Temporary income may buy the gift of financial stability

It is estimated that close to 500,000 people may find temporary employment this holiday season, putting some much-needed money into the wallets of consumers who haven’t had a paycheck in months. There will... Read more »