It’s easy to accumulate debt without realizing it. If you’re paying high interest rates on your credit cards or loans, consider these options to pay off your debt faster.
Bump Up Your Retirement Account This Year
Most likely you have plenty of to-dos on your list. When it comes to saving for your future, where is it on your list? Here are some tips to help you understand your options and improve your overall retirement savings picture.
A Credit Card Designed for School Employees
If you’re a school employee and haven’t checked out our School Employee Mastercard®, we hope you’ll give it a closer look, because it’s designed specifically with you in mind. Here are just a few benefits that we think make it pretty special.
Money Moves to Become a Homeowner
Becoming a first-time homeowner can be challenging, but developing a game plan can help you get there faster than you think. Here are some money moves to set you up for home-buying success.
Vacation Planning? 5 Tips to Save Time and Money
Whether you’re traveling overseas or closer to home, you want to enjoy your vacation without busting your budget. Here are five tips to help you plan smart, save money and make your journeys more enjoyable.
Car Buying? Check Out Auto Rebates and Incentives
Buying a car is a big investment, so you’ll want to find one that fits your lifestyle and budget. There are plenty of ways to drive home a bargain, especially with dealer incentives, factory rebates, cash-back offers and special financing. There are even incentives for certified pre-owned vehicles.
When to Use a Credit Card vs. a Debit Card
By Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach®
For a variety of reasons, some Americans hate using credit cards. Many worry about getting into debt, while others fret about fees or high interest rates.
How to Get a Credit Card if You Have No Credit History
By Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach®
If you’ve been told that you have a “thin” credit file or perhaps no credit history at all, you may feel like you’re in a Catch-22 situation: You want credit, but it’s hard to get credit, simply because you’ve never had credit in the past.
Making Tweens and Teens Money Smart
By Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach®
Young people don’t need to wait until they’re adults to begin learning about money matters. If we teach them key financial concepts now, they’ll be better prepared for life’s economic challenges as adults.
Here are some ideas and activities to make tweens and teens money-smart citizens. Continue reading
Experiential Learning For Youth Pays Big Dividends
By Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach®
Ever since my youngest daughter Alexis was 7 years old, she’s been saying she wants to become a doctor. At first, I honestly didn’t put much stock in it. After all, kids change their minds all the time when asked, “What do you want to be when you grow up?”