What You Should Know About Investing in 2015

It’s a new year, and there are a lot of new innovations related to finances and investing. It seems like every few months there’s a new disrupter on the block, looking to capitalize on technology to change the face of investing. As an investor, it’s a good idea to know what’s available to you — […]

Insurance Benefits and Your Job: More Valuable Than You Know

In August 2014, my husband got his first “real” full-time job as a professor. He worked as an adjunct professor for a few years, without receiving benefits. Our health insurance was paid for through my business. We bought our insurance on the open market, utilizing resources available to individuals and to the self-employed. We didn’t […]

3 Things You Should Know About Your Credit Report

Chances are that you are well aware that your credit report is important, and that it is the basis for your credit score. However, there are some things that many consumers aren’t aware of when it comes to their credit reports. Understanding your credit report, and how it works, is an important part of managing […]

How Nuanced is Your View of Debt?

It’s a brand new year, and the world is full of people who have made it a financial goal to pay down their debt. While making debt paydown a priority can be good for your finances and your life, it also makes sense to take a step back and consider the way you are looking […]

5 Reasons Your Prequalified Credit Card Application Was Rejected

We’ve all received those credit card applications in the mail. The marketing packet tells you that you’re “prequalified” for a credit card offer. It seems like the perfect setup. You want a new card — maybe it has a better interest rate, or a better rewards program — so you apply. You figure you’re a […]

In Pennsylvania, I Still Need My Checkbook

I’ve been trying to phase out my checkbook. I don’t often use cash or check because there are so many other ways to pay that are so much more convenient. However, since moving to Pennsylvania, my checkbook has been making something of a comeback. I was surprised, upon moving here, at some of the changes […]

Will CD Rates Finally Rise in 2015?

For the last several years, the Federal Reserve has kept its Fed Funds Rate low. However, things might be changing in 2015. There is talk that the Fed is finally ready to think about hiking rates. A couple of years ago, there was a great deal of excitement about the taper of the asset purchase program, […]

How to Take Your Career to the Next Level in the Coming Year

Do you feel stuck in a career rut? It’s easy to feel as though you are just marking time in a job. If you want to get out of that career rut, you need a plan to take things to the next level. If you are ready to take your career to the next level […]

Take Your Taxes for a Test Drive Before Year’s End

Most of us are deep into holiday planning right now, and have no desire to think about taxes. However, before the year comes to an end, it makes sense to take your taxes for a test drive. You should take the time to determine whether or not you are likely to owe money. If you […]

How to Save Money on Holiday Gifts

This year’s holiday season is in full swing, and you might be wondering what you can do to reduce the amount that you spend on gifts. As your extended family grows, and as you end up with other obligations, it might be difficult to feel as though you can afford to spend a great deal […]

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