RSSArchive for January, 2010

Credit Cards and the Minimum Payment – Don’t Fall Into the Minimum Payment Trap

Credit Cards and the Minimum Payment – Don’t Fall Into the Minimum Payment Trap

To some, credit cards represent everything that is evil. It’s true that credit cards have done their fair share of damage to people’s finances, but they are also a useful tool. But what makes credit cards bad for most people is the minimum payment. That’s it. High interest rates don’t help, but it’s when you [...]

Introducing Bundle – The Number One Source for How People Spend and Save Money

Introducing Bundle – The Number One Source for How People Spend and Save Money

Have you ever wondered how your spending and saving habits stack up against others? Sure, we all have a general idea based on what our friends and family might be doing, but what about out there in the real world as a whole? Are you spending more or less than others in your city?  Is [...]

Poll: How Do You Prepare Your Taxes?

Poll: How Do You Prepare Your Taxes?

It’s that time of year again and the tax documents will start filling your mailbox in a matter of weeks. That means you will need to begin thinking about your tax return. It isn’t the most exciting chore in the world, but it’s something that just becomes part of our annual routine after a while. [...]

Friday Finance Findings for January 15th – Going Pro Edition

Friday Finance Findings for January 15th – Going Pro Edition

You want news? I’ve got some news for you. Starting next week I join the ranks of the self-employed, often referred to as a ‘problogger.’ Things didn’t work out with my employer, so here I am. It’s going to be an exciting, yet somewhat scary journey. The biggest concern is losing a big chunk of [...]