Do You Use Prepaid Cards? Then Read This.
On April 1, 2019 new rules from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) went into effect.
What Is the UltraFICO Credit Score and What Will It Mean to You?
The recently announced UltraFICO credit scoring system will look at how you manage the cash in your checking, savings, and money market accounts.
About to Buy a Smart Home or Install Smart Technology in Your Current Home?
Whether you are considering installing a few devices or upgrading your entire home, you should consider the following pros and cons.
Begin the New Year with These Tips
Taking these simple steps to maximize your financial resources and protect your financial safety and personal privacy can give you a solid start to 2019.
Money-Saving Helpers!
Have you ever bought a lemon vehicle, had your ID stolen, or found it difficult to pay your bills? And then did you get in deeper trouble when you tried to fix any of these problems?
End of the Year Tax Saving Tips
The end of the year is fast approaching and many people are focusing on the holidays. But you should take a bit of time to ensure that you are taking advantage of the many ways you can save on your 2018 income tax.
Haven't Filed Your Taxes Yet? Watch Out for These Scams
The IRS has announced their "Dirty Dozen" tax scams for 2019. These scams can occur anytime during the year but tend to peak during tax season.
About the Marriott-owned Starwood Hotels Breach
On November 30th, Marriott International announced that the Starwood reservation system had been breached and the personal information of up to 500 million guests had been stolen.
How to Get Ripped Off when You Shop!
You are, and will continue to be, surrounded by nearly invisible, never-ending and sophisticated attacks on your wallet. It's up to you to be the gatekeeper of your money to stop this.
Become a "FoolProof Skeptic", and Do it Right.
Be a FoolProof Skeptic, and the money you have will go further. You'll respect yourself more. And even your overall health and wellness may improve.
How Long Should You Keep Your Tax Records?
Once you file your income tax, you aren't quite done. You need to finalize your records. This report looks at the records you need to keep and how long you should keep them.
Beware of Phishing Phone Calls
The phone phishers have some new tricks that are making it harder to detect the scams. What these scams have in common ...
Do You (Really) Need a Financial Advisor?
Plan your financial plan: When does a financial advisor makes sense, and when does it cost you more?
Should You Get Your Kids a Debit Card?
In properly equipping your children for the minefield of financial decisions in front of them, I'm sure you introduced a piggy bank, a savings jar, and the like. But have you considered a teen debit card?
Have You Given Your Data a Checkup Recently?
Many people don't think about their important data until something happens to it. Here are some tips to help you protect that data.
The Holiday Shopping Season Has Begun! Plan Ahead with These Tips
The holiday shopping season is here. Black Friday and Cyber Monday are no longer just one day. Many retailers, online and off, offer deals for several weeks leading up to Thanksgiving weekend and continue well into December.
Watch Out for These Twists on Phishing
Phishing will continue to get harder to detect. Take steps now to reduce your chances of getting caught.
Help Protect Your Identity With a Free Credit Report Freeze
Consumers no longer have to pay to use an important tool to help protect their identity. As of September 21, 2018, freezing your credit report at the three major credit reporting agencies is now free.
Your Smartphone. Attacked.
Fraudsters who used to focus on attacking your PC are now a lot more interested in smartphones since they are the most-used web device for a majority of people.
What You Need to Know About the Facebook Breach
While this breach didn't expose financial data, it did expose personal data.
