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So You want to File Bankruptcy… (Part 2 of 2)

Some of the things you may have heard about filing for bankruptcy may not be true - in part 2 of this series I’m tackling some of the common perceptions that I hear and why it may or may not be true. Read on to learn more!

Posted on Jun 18, 2010 - 03:20 PM by Ari Jay

So You want to File Bankruptcy… (Part 1 of 2)

When it comes to perceptions about bankruptcy, there’s very little in-between. Either it’s a new beginning that leads directly to financial freedom, or it’s a last resort that spells doom for anyone who ever wants to spend money again. This article talks about five of the most popularly held beliefs about bankruptcy, and why it isn’t as black-and-white as you might think.

Posted on Jun 18, 2010 - 03:13 PM by Ari Jay

The Benefits of Bargain Shopping at Yard Sales

What do you think about when you hear “bargain shopping”? I think of yard sales. Have you tried shopping at yard sales? You can find some amazing bargains if you are willing to put in the time.

Posted on Jun 16, 2010 - 02:41 PM by Dallas Dollars

Insurance: will premiums be on the rise?

This post addresses the issue of rising insurance costs as a result to the recently passed health care reform. I will analyze some of the factors that could contribute to rising insurance premiums and the long run effects.

Posted on Jun 14, 2010 - 01:25 PM by ChrisN

How To Crush Your Credit

An interesting look at how much various credit moves can damage your credit score - you may not be aware of how much impact some of these items can have. Read on to learn more.

Posted on Jun 14, 2010 - 01:14 PM by DBretz

It Begins with a Poker Face: A Beginner’s Guide to Buying a Car

If you have ever shopped for a car before, new or used, you know it can be an exhausting process. No one loves to haggle over prices. However, it is vital, when car shopping, that you get the best car at the best deal. Read on to discover four lessons to take with you on your next car-buying trip.

Posted on Jun 09, 2010 - 12:47 PM by Selena

Starting a Savings Plan

Now that you have made the important decision to start a savings plan where do you begin? Here are a few tips to get you started!

Posted on Jun 07, 2010 - 02:25 PM by Nicole Plescher

College Debt Reality

This May, the nation’s 3.2 million college grads will get caps, gowns and degrees, and now most will also get a lifetime of debt, too, just as they start their careers. Most face hefty student loans and escalating credit card bills, creating the perfect storm of debt and a failing grade when it comes to money management. Trying to figure out how to pay off all the debt can be like cramming for another statistics exam. It’s overwhelming.

Posted on Jun 07, 2010 - 02:09 PM by Nicole Plescher

Why Buy New When You Can Buy Used

There are a lot of ways to save a few bucks without making huge sacrifices. Here are some suggestions on ways to save money by purchasing certain items used instead of new

Posted on Jun 04, 2010 - 02:50 PM by DBretz

BJ’s, You Complete Me: Why I Love Living a Wholesale Way of Life

Have you ever been placed in a predicament where you’re over a friend’s house and you have a need for a common household item, but they don’t have it? For instance, you want to wipe your mouth after dinner, but there are no paper towels. Or maybe you need to wash your hands, but there’s no hand soap. And haven’t we all been in that super awkward position where you’ve finished using the toilet only to be mortified by the fact that there’s no toilet tissue on the roll or anywhere in the bathroom for that matter?!? Well, have no fear if you ever come to my place because I can assure you that I never run out of anything, and I mean anything!

Posted on Jun 04, 2010 - 03:10 PM by ablount

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