Why would you want to lock your credit? A study of 2019 data collected by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) gives plenty of reasons. Reports of credit fraud (both the use of existing accounts and opening new […]
Medicare provides insurance for most seniors 65 and older, but getting covered isn’t as simple as it may seem. In fact, you have a choice of Medicare plans, and the decision you make can affect the […]
Why is it important to track your spending? Let us count the ways: It can help you set and meet your goals. It can give you more day-to-day control. It can boost your ability to […]
The goal of investing is to grow money for long-term goals like retirement, and do it strategically so that it can work for you while you’re out living your life. There are a variety of […]
Yesterday I learned that Eddie Van Halen, guitarist for the hard rock group Van Halen, had died of cancer at the age of 65. I am simultaneously more upset than I would have expected and […]
Unless you go completely off-grid, there isn’t a way to not pay utility bills. Typically, homeowners pay monthly bills for their electricity usage — plus natural gas, water, garbage/sewer/recycling, cable television and internet access. Fortunately, […]
People are increasingly relying upon mobile banking apps. A study shows how they are among the most widely used apps in the United States today, along with social media and apps providing weather reports. Mobile usage in […]
Investing has taken on increasing complexity in recent years. The wide range of options can make it difficult to determine which investment accounts are right for you. Contributing to a 401k through your employer is a smart […]
It looks like you’re considering attending school in the Lone Star State, and we can’t say we blame you. Texas is a large state with many great colleges and universities to choose from. And just […]
Nowadays, technology makes work easier and more efficient at every turn. But it also allows our work to follow us home each night. Is it possible technology could be doing more harm than good for your work-life […]