2 Main Ways to Pay Down Debt: The Siege and the Assault
October 16, 2013
If you have debt, chances are that one of your financial goals is to get rid of it. Debt can be overwhelming, especially since you pay so much in interest that it reduces the effectiveness of your payments. As a result, it can become disheartening as you try to pay it all off. A plan […]
How to Sell Your House Without a Realtor
October 15, 2013
One of the advantages of having a real estate agent sell your home is that you have access to their expertise. In addition the agent is working on your behalf so that you don’t have to do as much with the nuts and bolts of selling your home. The biggest downside is the fact that […]
4 Reasons to Keep Tabs on Your Credit Report
October 14, 2013
You probably understand how important your credit report is. You know that it’s a record of your credit activities, and that it’s used to establish your credit score, and that others look to your credit report for information about how fiscally responsible you are likely to be. However, even if you understand the importance of […]
4 Ways to Use Social Media to Advance Your Career
October 11, 2013
There are plenty of people who think that social media is only for playing annoying games and sharing the meaningless minutiae of life. When used properly, social media can actually help you advance your career. It’s just one more way you can get ahead at work! Social media is not only a way for you […]
Get Your Finances in Order Today – Before Things Get Worse!
October 10, 2013
When you feel overwhelmed, it is often difficult to become motivated to take action. This is especially true when you feel as though your finances are a mess. Disorderly finances cause problems, and can cost you more in the long run. Even though it seems an insurmountable task, it is best to get your finances […]
How to Pay for Graduate School
October 9, 2013
Graduate school presents the opportunity for many to advance in a particular skill or specialize in a specific area of knowledge. In some cases, a master’s degree is a career move, landing you a better job, or a raise at your current job. Depending on what you want to do, there are situations in which […]
How to Negotiate on Vacation
October 7, 2013
One of the most difficult things to do is to figure out whether or not you are getting a good deal while on vacation. If you are in another country, it is difficult to tell whether you or not you are getting gouged. As you travel, pay attention. And do what you can to avoid […]
How Does Debt Settlement Work?
October 4, 2013
“Do you owe thousands in credit card debt? We can help you reduce your debt so that you pay just pennies on the dollar!” Chances are that you have heard something similar on the radio (or seen an ad in print or online) with a similar promise. While it may seem too good to be […]
4 Mortgage Refinancing Mistakes
October 2, 2013
Thinking about mortgage refinancing? You’re not alone, with some of the best mortgage rates available in history many people are debating whether they should spend the money and refinance. The benefit of refinancing comes from borrowing at a lower mortgage rate so you can either lower your payments or reduce your loan term, either way saving thousands of dollars […]
Is an Online Degree Equivalent to a Traditional Degree?
September 27, 2013
With the rise of the Internet, bringing with it advanced technology and the ability to interact online – including via video – more students are interested in the opportunities that arise from Internet courses. My husband teaches online courses for the local state university in our town. These classes count toward a degree. Not only […]