Preventing identity theft is so important because recovering from it can be so very hard. In fact, 10 percent of all victims spent at least 55 hours resolving their problems. The top... Read more »

One common tip for preventing identity theft is to always keep track of purse or wallet while shopping. Unfortunately, this advice should also be followed at home. In 16 percent of all... Read more »

I was fortunate enough to be a visitor to a class of small children at one of our local schools. They were reciting the alphabet and... Read more »

Seems like the question of the hour is whether or not credit cards are the next financial domino to fall. I was emailed some stats today from that might help you come... Read more »

Yesterday, I was in a craft supply store where I swear that I was the only person who didn't have a coupon. Instead of brooding about it, I asked the cashier if... Read more »

Financial challenges negatively impact every aspect of a person’s life. Financial stress stifles careers, ruins relationships, and erodes emotional and physical health. Unfortunately, our counselors have become used to hearing words such... Read more »

Most people know to tip 15 to 20 percent for good restaurant service. However, what about tipping for other services? I recently realized that I didn’t have a clue... Read more »

The Web Marketing Association recently awarded Money Management International and its Web development partner Verndale the 2008 WebAward Financial Services Standard of Excellence for FinancialLiteracyMonth.com. This WebAward recognizes the standard ... Read more »

Most everyone is being impacted by today’s economic environment—even children. While they might not be losing sleep over shrinking retirement plans and decreasing home values, they are (perhaps for the first time)... Read more »