Those blank “convenience checks” from your credit card company offer a quick way to write yourself a loan, pay bills or transfer other loans to your credit card account. But be aware that the use of a convenience check is a “cash advance” that may comes with high costs and other potential pitfalls. Always check […]
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Motivating Women to Invest
Women need to save and plan for retirement; unfortunately, we know that many women do not adequately prepare for retirement. Many women believe a major obstacle to investing is the lack of dollars to invest. Even $20 dollars each week from your paycheck will build your nest egg for retirement. Start to save using payroll […]
In recession, wives winning more of the families’ bread
There is is a new study out showing that in this economic downturn, wives providing a larger percentage of the household income. DURHAM, N.H. – Women’s contributions to family earnings leapt during the first year of the recession, marking the largest single0year increase in the past decade, a new report from the Carsey Institute at […]
Daily Updates on Money
Barbara O’Neill, personal finance expert from Rutgers University offers a daily update on money topics via her Twitter account. Check it out: http://twitter.com/moneytalk1
Money Management “Tip Jar”
Tips for saving money are posted on an easy-to-use web site featuring ideas by members of the web community. The topics are Finance, Eco, Health, Tech, Shopping, Kids & Family, Car & Transit, Food, Vacation, At Home, At Work, and Miscellaneous. Read the set of popular tips that flash on the screen or click on […]
Watch for Money Management Programs on PBS
I wanted to alert you to two programs on money management that will air on Public Broadcasting TV stations. Look for them on your local station. They should be showing Wednesday, September 9th at 8 PM and 9 PM EDT. See the descriptions below: “Families Stand Together: Feeling Secure in Tough Times” features brief documentaries […]