Jun 27 2012
Whether you’re planning a wedding or simply addicted to the TV series, “Say Yes to the Dress,” you’ve learned that this joyous occasion is also…a money pit. Keenly aware of societal pressure for over-the-top perfection, wedding vendors of all stripes have perfected the art of separating betrothed couples from as much of their hard-earned cash [...]
May 18 2012
For many teens, saving money is never as fun as spending it. However, there comes a time in most people’s lives when money is truly needed. Whether you require unexpected repairs to your vehicle or need to pay your way through college, it is important to always have some available cash sitting on the sideline. [...]
Apr 2 2012
When I was a kid I used to help my Mom with the grocery shopping. She’d clip coupons on an occasional basis. I was fascinated at the thought of buying more for less thanks to those magical pieces of paper. As I got older, I realized why Mom did it on occasion – because you [...]
Feb 24 2012
In celebration of America Saves Week 2012, we reflect on the importance of saving money. Simply put, Americans don’t save enough money and rely too heavily on borrowing. A 2010 study showed more than 40% of Americans have less than $10,000 saved for retirement. Worse, more than 50% of Americans haven’t calculated how much they’ll [...]