The U.S. government issues various types of securities to raise money to pay for projects and pay its debts. These are some of the safest investments to guarantee against loss of your principal. Treasury bills, or T-bills have a maturity of one year or less and are not technically interest-bearing. They […]
Read MoreReview your needs and goals It’s well worth taking the time to think about what you really want from your investments. Knowing yourself, your needs and goals and Your appetite for risk is a good start, so start by filling in a Money fact find. Consider how long you can invest Think about […]
Read MoreAbove all, have a plan – it’s the old adage: if you don’t know where you’re going, you’ll probably end up somewhere else. Don’t do it yourself. It is very difficult to be objective about your own circumstances, particularly when it comes to failures or shortcomings. You need an honest assessment of […]
Read MoreWhen you’re facing sky-high medical bills and don’t know what to do, it’s tempting to just stuff the bills in the freezer and pretend they don’t exist. That’s definitely not going to solve any of your problems, though. You can get your finances under control. It starts by taking some […]
Read MoreAlthough making resolutions to improve your financial situation is a good thing to do at any time of year, many people find it easier at the beginning of a new year. Regardless of when you begin, the basics remain the same. Here are 10 key tips to getting ahead financially. […]
Read MoreA credit card can be a valuable tool if you know how to use it properly. Likewise, using credit cards irresponsibly can lead to a world of hurt. But if you want to use credit in the right way, you don’t have to forsake credit cards altogether, although that’s not […]
Read MoreIf you don’t pay your balance in full by the statement due date, your credit card balance will attract interest and will cause your debt to grow. The more interest you collect, the more difficult it will become to repay your balance. To keep your credit card costs low and […]
Read MoreA credit card can be a valuable tool if used responsibly. Here are some tips to keep in mind It’s easy to get in the habit of using a credit card when you make purchases: it can be a simple, fast way to pay, whether you like the convenience of […]
Read MoreOnce you’ve considered these options and sorted out your current medical debt, it’s important to take some time to figure out what went wrong so you can stay on top of your medical bills in the future. These tips will help you manage future medical debt and avoid getting into […]
Read MoreIf your child is a senior in high school we don’t have to tell you that it’s now the season for college financial aid. This means that among other things if you haven’t yet completed and submitted your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), you need to get cracking – even […]
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