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Young adults are savers not spenders
The financial landscape has changed dramatically over the last 10 years and it appears that both the UK and the US are breeding a generation of forward-thinking savers. Recent research by Barclays has shown that almost one third of... More of this article »
Customers of JPMorgan Chase (NYSE: JPM), Citigroup (NYSE: C), Capital One (NYSE: COF), and US Bancorp (NYSE: USB) May Have E-Mail Addresses Hacked
Customers of some of the nation’s largest companies, including many of the nation’s largest banks, may begin to receive a flood of unwelcome mail due to a security breach at a national third-party email fulfillment company. JPMorgan... More of this article »
Tax-Free Savings Myths: Busted
Financial year end is fast approaching in the UK and savers and investors only have a few days left to put their money into a tax-free savings account. But, given the chance to save money without losing a penny in tax, why are only... More of this article »
inOnline Tools to Help Clear Credit Card Debts
THE web is empowering us in new ways all of the time, and though you should be careful who you give your information to online, there are some great tools available which can be financially empowering. Whether you’re looking to... More of this article »
Self-Directed Roth IRA and the Forex Market
Tax planning is an essential element of sound retirement planning. In the United States, the government has created several vehicles of wealth that help people accumulate wealth and retirement savings at discounted tax rates. The... More of this article »
Advantages and Disadvantages of Prepaid Cards
Many people have struggled to obtain credit in recent years and it has been estimated that there are around 50 million Americans that are ineligible for credit. And even those with good ratings have seen their limits eroded by banks... More of this article »
Consolidate Your Credit Card Debt With A Balance Transfer Credit Card
If you have a stack of credit card bills that come in at various times of the month, all with different due dates and mounting balances, isn’t it time to take control? Getting a balance transfer credit card may be just what you need... More of this article »
Is a No Fee Balance Transfer a Good Move?
Many credit card companies are advertising deals on balance transfers to their cards and some of the deals sound great on the surface, but it can be difficult to tell whether the balance transfer terms that the company is offering... More of this article »
The Best Ways to Change Your Currency When Abroad
Changing currency when abroad is easy, but different ways of exchanging currency offer different rates. Especially in tourist or business areas, competition among foreign exchange services means that getting a better rate may just... More of this article »
Mint.com Alternative: Are You Searching For A Mint.com Alternative?
Conducting a search for personal finance software can be a time consuming task, but by following a few simple tips, you can simplify your search and save yourself a great deal of time. There are several different methods that can... More of this article »
GoToMyPC iPhone: GoToMyPC iPhone Applications
The popularity of the Apple iPhone has led many companies to create iPhone applications that can be used to access popular programs from the iPhone instead of a traditional computer. These iPhone applications must be carefully coded... More of this article »
Five Tips to Get Out of Debt
It is estimated that more than two-thirds of individuals are carrying crushing amounts of debt and the total debt of consumers across the nation has reached record levels over the last decade. Many people are drowning in debt... More of this article »
GoToMyPC Login: Getting Started with GoToMyPC
GoToMyPC.com is an internet-based service that allows users to access their computer files from any location with internet access. Obtaining a GoToMyPC login is not a difficult task and hundreds of people complete the process every... More of this article »
10 Tips to Help Buying Right Car Insurance in America
Car insurance is one thing no driver can afford to avoid. The consequences of driving without insurance in any state in America can be costly. In addition to having your driving license suspended, you could even face a jail term. Thankfully,... More of this article »
Becoming Educated about Bad Credit Loans
If you have gone through a tough financial situation that left your credit damaged and now you find you need a loan, instead of feeling defeated you need to know that bad credit loans do exist. As with any loan, the key in taking... More of this article »
Wells Fargo (NYSE: WFC) to Modify $2.4 Billion of Mortgage Loans in California
The Wall Street Journal is reporting that Wells Fargo & Co. (WFC) is agreeing to an estimated $2.4 billion is mortgage modifications for California homeowners. California is the ninth state to reach an agreement with Wells Fargo.... More of this article »
Mint.com Security: Is Your Financial Data Safe with Mint.com?
Mint.com has gotten a lot of attention lately because of its purchase by Quicken and many are considering using Mint.com as part of their New Year’s resolution goals to get their financial house in order. Mint.com connects with your... More of this article »
Mint.com Review: What You Need to Know About Mint.com Before Signing Up
The New Year is coming soon and many of us will kick off new year’s resolutions to get back into better financial shape after a binge of holiday shopping. There are a many software packages which will help you setup a financial plan... More of this article »
Lending Club’s IRA: What You Need to Know
If you have an interest in investing in consumer debt, but aren’t terribly excited about paying ordinary income tax on the money that you make in your Lending Club account, you might want to consider the IRA option that Lending Club... More of this article »
Comparing an IVA and Bankruptcy
Filing bankruptcy in the United States is a means for those that are over their head and debt to get a financial restart. The impression that many have is that those that file bankruptcy end up not paying any of their debt and walk... More of this article »
PerkStreet Financial Review: Get Up to 5% Cash Back on Debit Card Purchases
Credit cards that offer great rewards programs will soon disappear as a result of the recent implementation of the Credit CARD Act and an anti-trust suit against Visa, MasterCard and American Express. Banks are now tacking on annual... More of this article »
PerkStreet Financial Offering 5% Cash Back During Holiday Season
PerkStreet Financial, a company known for offering a debit card with 2% cash back, has begun offering 5% cash back to its account holders for some purchases during the Christmas season. Account holders can now get 5% cash back when... More of this article »
How to Get One Free Audiobook from Audible.com’s “Audiblepodcast.com/Imprint” Deal.
If you have any interest in reading, you might want to consider listening to audio books from Audible.com. The service allows you to read with your ears at times when it’s not feasible to pick-up a book. You can get started on your... More of this article »