You probably know that one of the best ways to grow your wealth is to participate in investing. Investments can be a great way to grow your money, using the power of compound interest in your favor. However, you do need to be careful. There are some basic rules that you should follow if you […]
Miranda Marquit M.A. in Journalism is a well known financial blogger. Miranda's articles were featured or quoted by several mainstream media. She also has her own blog Planting Money Seeds where she covers topics from freelancing through home business to finances.
13 September,2011
5 September,2011
One of the realities of life is that there are a lot of unexpected expenses and surprise problems. While it might not be such a big deal when your car needs a couple of new tires for $200, it can be financially devastating if you are in an accident with an uninsured motorist and need […]
29 August,2011
You probably already know how important it is to save for retirement. Even times of economic turmoil and stock market drops, it’s a good idea to prepare for the future by building up your nest egg. One of the tools you can use to grow your wealth is the Roth IRA. What is the Roth […]
15 August,2011
Recently, I received a notice from my local credit union about the demise of their free checking account offering. I don’t have a checking account at that credit union (we opened a share account mainly so our son could have the high-yield kid’s account), so the $9 a month service charge doesn’t affect me. However, […]
8 August,2011
The Internet has made it easier to access almost anything. From keeping tabs on your bank accounts to getting the best insurance quotes to managing all of your shopping (including groceries!), it’s possible to handle your everyday transactions online. You can even apply for a credit card online and get immediate approval. Whether you are […]
1 August,2011
For many people, the subject of credit repair is one that conjures uncertainty. It can be difficult to know where to begin. Even if you know many of the items on your credit report are mistakes, it can be difficult to know where to begin when it comes to having them removed. A credit repair […]
20 July,2011
Sometimes, as you look for the best CD rates, you might find that you have better luck when the CD in question has a higher minimum deposit. The more money you are willing to lock away for a set period of time, the better your interest yield. For institutions, and for high net worth individuals, […]
13 July,2011
One way you can speed up your debt repayment process is to take advantage of 0 interest credit card offers. 0 interest credit cards allow you to make payments on your principal, without having some of your monthly payment diverted to interest. This can help you get rid of your debt faster. When comparing 0 […]
27 June,2011
You probably already know how important your credit history is when it comes to your finances. If you want the best rate on a loan, you need a good credit score. If you want to save money on insurance premiums, your credit report matters. Having a good credit history can also influence your job prospects […]
22 June,2011
Many banks and credit unions offer a variety of financial products and services these days. Among the offerings are Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs). IRAs provide you with a tax-advantaged way to save for retirement. And, while your overall rate of return on an IRA depends on how well the investments you hold in the account […]