Eight free ways to thank the party host

The year may be winding down, but the parties are just getting started.  Right now, your friends, family, and neighbors are probably busy planning their costume parties, Thanksgiving feasts, and holiday celebrations.  And... Read more »

Adapt perspective and plans when faced with change

I recently had the opportunity to travel outside of the U.S. In addition to experiencing a new culture, I experienced sticker shock. Prices on average were about three times what I am... Read more »

Sell your brand to land a job

The search for a job in the current economy can be brutal. The appalling unemployment rate and gloomy statistics can be discouraging enough to make you want to throw in the towel.... Read more »

Protect yourself against award scams

Everyone loves to be a winner. Many people enter sweepstakes, contests, and lotteries hoping to win an extravagant prize – from luxury vehicles to exotic vacations. The problem with some of these... Read more »

Video: How to assemble a Grab & Go Box

For more information on assembling a Grab and Go Box, read the post that inspired this video. Read more »

Online retailers are reading your mind — and profiting from it

Like many people, I’m a sucker for a good deal. I absolutely love the thrill of the hunt and the rush I get when I find what I’m looking for at a... Read more »

Staying out of the outlets may save you money

Been to an outlet mall lately?  Chance are that you have.  According to Alternet.org, about 55 million Americans shop in at least one of the nation's roughly 300 outlet malls every year. I... Read more »

Weather-proof your financial documents

The weather across the country this year has been nothing short of crazy. From tornadoes to droughts to hurricanes, the weather patterns have proven to be unpredictable. Because severe weather strikes whether you’re... Read more »

Americans value paying down debt over saving

According to the August poll hosted on the National Foundation for Credit Counseling (NFCC) website, 89 percent of more than 2,900 respondents value paying down debt over saving money. People often debate which... Read more »

What is rapid rescoring?

Sometimes, credit reports contain errors serious enough to cause consumers to be denied credit, a loan, an apartment or home loan or even a job.  Fortunately, the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA)... Read more »