New Cars Vs. Used CarsQ: I need a new set of wheels and I’m wondering if it’s better to spring for a new vehicle or to go the cheaper route and buy a used vehicle. What do I need to know about each kind of purchase? A: Any decision surrounding a purchase as large as a […]
Ways To Save On Food CostsWith your mind so muddled with details like classes, exams and papers, who has time to think about food? You might be heading into the new semester with plans to subsist solely on convenience food and packaged junk. We’re looking at you, ramen noodles!But as you’ll quickly discover, overdoing the […]
Should I Be Concerned About Rising Mortgage Rates?On June 13th, the Federal Funds Target rate was officially raised by .25%. This increase marks the second time interest rates were raised in 2018 and experts expect another two increases this year. The rate increase was prompted by optimistic feelings about the general state of the economy. The […]
Foods That Improve Your FocusAs a college student with dozens of courses to attend, papers to write and tests to cram for, your brain needs to be in full gear at all times. What happens, though, when you’re only 20 minutes into an intense study session and your brain is already fogging up? How can […]
Don’t Get Caught In A Free Trial Scam!You know what they say: “If it’s too good to be true, it probably isn’t.” And yet, dozens of people fall for scams that promise them the moon — and they don’t realize they’ve been played until it’s too late. Because of this truism, the Federal Trade Commission […]
Back-to-School Shopping HacksYou may be deep into your summer routine of lazy afternoons at the beach, family day trips and bedtimes postponed in favor of firefly-chasing, but back-to-school season is already in full swing. And, any way you slice it, it’s going to be expensive! Between new backpacks, textbooks, a long list of supplies and […]
What’s The Best Way To Finance A Home Renovation?Q: I’m doing some home renovations and I’m not sure how to finance this expense. There are so many loan options, but which one makes the most sense? A: Whether you’re gutting your entire kitchen or turning your basement into a home theater, we’ve got you covered! As a Lincoln […]
Why You Need To Call Your Parents More OftenWe know you’re super-busy at college. Your schedule is packed, and in between coursework, attending classes, holding down a part-time job and having some sort of social life, you also have to remember to call home every once in a while. You know your parents are thinking […]
Look Before You Pump! Don’t Get Skimmed At The Gas StationGas-pump skimming is an old crime making a comeback, and your card may be at risk. Since skimmer devices are almost invisible, they can be difficult to spot. And Bluetooth technology lets the scammer remotely obtain the info it collects from as far as 100 […]
Tomorrow’s Millionairs – Conversation CuesShop The SalesYou don’t have to be a genuine Coupon Queen to save money on groceries. Teach your kids how to shop the sales and use coupons in the best way possible. This month’s goal: Show your kids how much money you can save by shopping sales and using coupons. Pointers to […]