Historically, gold has played a major role in the economies of many nations. Although it is no longer a primary form of currency, gold is still a solid, long-term investment and may be a valuable portfolio addition, particularly in a…
How much is your commute costing you? If you’re like most Americans, the amount is probably way too much. According to ABC News, the average American worker lives 16 miles away from work, and with gas prices rising (currently at…
A while ago, I joined a gym. I admit that I was swayed by all of the shiny equipment and the promise of a cheap introductory promotional rate. Being a gym member has its advantages. The gym I signed up…
Nowadays, it’s nearly impossible to leave the house without seeing someone check their email, play a quick game of Angry Birds, or look up reviews for a restaurant on their phone. Thanks to the many innovations in mobile technology over…
Bait-and-switch is a term for a scam where a business advertises a great product or service for a low price. When prospective customers attempt to buy the product or service, however, they find out that the product is not available….
Before I became a full-time writer, I owned a professional organizing business. Clients often complained about the constant influx of paper into their homes. Credit card offers, catalogs, bills, insurance forms, charity solicitations, and more show up in your mailbox…
Meet Esthere Uwamahoro. She’s 33 years old, married with two children, and lives in Kigali, Rwanda. She’s in the spare parts business, and she needs some help. In short, she needs a micro-loan to help expand her business. Her hope…
Auto insurance scores are finally starting to share some of the limelight with credit scores. Consumers are learning more about what this other credit scoring model is and how it could potentially raise or lower car insurance costs. So what exactly…
When you’re on a budget, it’s often necessary to cut out simple luxuries, like dining out. Unless, of course, you’re a savvy saver who knows how to work the system. In this case, you can have your cake and eat…
If your grocery spending has spiraled out of control, yet you often feel like you have “nothing” to eat, you can adapt meal planning to make every meal a success. With careful planning and organization, you know ahead of time…
End of content
End of content
