Three Hour Emergency Room Wait Edition – Personal Finance Review
May 18, 2008
Our almost two year old son likes to get dirty and do things that are dangerous. His favorite gravity defying move is to stand up on things and try to balance himself. You’d think that’s how he would’ve earned his first trip to the emergency room. Emergency Room VisitInstead he tripped while trying to get […]
Save Money on Gas – How I Saved 11.9% at the Pump With a Sneaky Trick
May 17, 2008
Saving money on gas is on everyone’s mind so I just had to share a tip I ran across yesterday that might help cut your gas costs. It won’t work for everyone but with this method I was able to save 6.9% on my gas bill, on top of the cash back from our American Express Blue Cash card. […]
Save Money at Amusement Parks – Vacation Tips for Family Theme Park Savings
May 16, 2008
Are you planning a trip to a theme park this summer? If so, it’s possible to pay a bundle for tickets, lodging, and meals if you don’t plan ahead. The good news is you can visit somewhere like Universal Studios, Disneyland, or Six Flags and have a good time without spending all your money. You don’t […]
Saving Money on Vacations – Travel Tips for Cutting Costs & Still Having Fun
May 15, 2008
Saving money on vacations doesn’t mean you have to take away from the fun. In fact, if you combine enough money saving tips you might be able to have even more fun by staying an extra night or visiting an extra attraction. Best Travel DealsFinding the best travel deals has become even more important lately […]
Best Credit Cards for New College Graduates & Young Professionals
May 14, 2008
The best credit card for you will likely change along with your financial circumstances. As you graduate from college and get a job, you’ll want to do a review of your finances and your current credit cards to make sure you’re taking advantage of the benefits your new salary might bring. Many people unfortunately rely heavily on […]
Keep Your Health Insurance Coverage Current During Life Events
May 13, 2008
Summer is a season of graduations and weddings. Life events like these often have an impact on the health insurance coverage of those involved. When a new person joins your family or a child is no longer deemed a dependent it can affect their eligibility under your health plan Insurance DeadlinesOften times your plan will allow for […]
Is Quick & Easy Worth the Price – Personal Finance Review
May 12, 2008
Do you know the missing piece to the quick and easy equation: quick + easy = ?? When I studied project management, I learned that every project is bound by three constraints: time, quality, and cost. If you want something done in a short amount of time and done well it’s going to cost you. […]
Money Tips for New College Graduates – Spending, Saving, & Budgeting Advice
May 10, 2008
What college student do you know that isn’t cheap? When you’re in school every penny counts and you learn to manage your money on a very tight budget. Saving money simply becomes second nature to you. I was so cheap in college I used to: -Wear every last piece of clothing to delay paying for the […]
Cut Your Health Care Costs By Understanding Your Insurance Coverage
May 9, 2008
Health insurance coverage can be a complex benefit to understand with the multitude of rules and restrictions that many insurance companies have in place. If you fail to follow your insurance plan’s guidelines, you may end up getting medical treatment that isn’t covered and having to pay more for health care. One of the keys […]
Economic Stimulus Rebate Checks – How to Track Your Stimulus Payment
May 8, 2008
The economic stimulus rebate checks are in the mail, have you gotten your rebate yet? If you’re not sure whether you’re getting any money, check out these economic stimulus check frequently asked questions. If you meet the qualifications and want to know when you’re getting your rebate check, the IRS has put up a site called “Where’s […]
