Figures from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) show that about 70 million people”more than a quarter of adults in the United States”either have a debt in collection or have been contacted about one. Some of those people are wrongly contacted by debt collectors. Reasons include contacting the wrong person for the wrong amount, or […]

Here are four tips for curating shelves that are stylish and creative. Form and Function If you dont have built-ins, there are tons of functional options that are easy to install, from floating shelves to open box shelves. Show Off Books Choose a handful of books that are visually pleasing or mean the most to […]

Teaching children manners and how to tie their shoes is one thing, but financial lessons are often pushed to the wayside until it’s too late. Budgeting and financial planning should be a focus in every household. Whether you are passing along your lessons to your children, nieces or nephews, keeping financial sense in the family […]

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The offer of a zero-interest credit card can look enticing when it arrives in the mail. Who doesnt want to avoid paying interest on credit card charges? As with most things in life, there are pros and cons to using 0-percent credit cards. Here are some facts to consider before you respond to that offer: […]

Your purse or wallet can be more than just a place to pull your money out of so you can spend it. It can also store a few things to remind you to use less money, or at least use it well. Here are five things to keep in your wallet that can help you […]

Do you dread refilling your cars tank? These tricks can boost gas mileage and save cash Turn off your engine when parked for over 10 seconds, as idling wastes fuel. Avoid aggressive driving”like rapid acceleration and braking”which can lower gas mileage by up to 33 percent. Dont keep heavy items in your car. An extra […]

Is your evening couch potato routine with your partner growing stale? It can be hard to find the energy to connect after a long day of work, but while watching television may be a good way to turn your brain off, it certainly doesn’t help with connecting. Below are several easy, inexpensive ways to connect […]

Are you having trouble communicating with your partner, friends or colleagues? Do you forget what your friend just told you only minutes after the conversation ended? In a world geared toward multitasking, it can be hard to drop fully into a conversation and just listen. Below are three tips to help you be more present […]

For desk jockeys, or anyone who spends long hours staring at a screen, it’s important to pay mind to your vision. And while it can be hard to undo eye damage once it’s done, you can try to stay abreast of eyesight deterioration with the following tips: Eat for eye support. While diet can’t better […]