May 25 2012
In the Beginning…There Was Ancient Money Historians believe Cattle were the first early form of money and have found evidence dating as far back as 9000 BC. The first coins date back to 2000 BC in the Bronze Age where they were shaped like cattle. In the 12th Century during the Crusades, [...]
Apr 9 2012
The deadline for filing your taxes is fast approaching. One tactic you might not have thought of can help you save for retirement and provide you with a deduction. Assuming you have earned income and fall within certain limits you can contribute to a Traditional IRA and take a deduction off your taxable income. This [...]
Feb 23 2012
Two of the most important savings goals for Americans today are college and retirement. Today’s families face an impossible balancing act. Experts tell us that retirement should be your most important goal, while the mother hen instincts in all of us with children compel us to sacrifice our future to provide the best for them. [...]
Feb 1 2012
It’s 2012 and connecting to family, friends and businesses via social media has become an integral part of our daily lives. While the lines have blurred between the real world and the cyber world, sometimes we forget it’s still a jungle out there. In the real world we’re smart enough to know not to walk [...]