There are several payment systems now in place when buying items online. These systems PayPal, Ebillme, Bill Me Later and Google Checkout may save you time with a few clicks compared to waiting on the phone to place an order. But you may want to check out some of the possible drawbacks to their systems. […]
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They Add Up Fast: Calculate Your Small Repeated Expenses
The small repeated expenses are the “budget busters” for many people. It can be hard to know the impact of these small items on your overall expense picture without adding them up. The eXtension Financial Security for All web site features a new calculator for estimating the annual cost of small repeated expenses. Go to […]
Blank Checks from Your Credit Card Issuer does Carry Risks!
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 […]
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 […]
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