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By: Ann-Marie Murphy, Quizzle.com You don't have to
spend a fortune to bring joy to loved ones and create memories this
holiday season. If this time of year stresses… Read More »- Let’s talk: Comment (14) | Blog
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By: Kristina Hall, Quizzle.com
No matter what your money situation, it’s easy to spend like your money will never run out, especially when the company you keep tends to spend like mad.
One of the perks I had during my recent college experience was living within walking distance of all my friends, which meant rarely needing to spend a lot of money to have a good time. But things are different now and draining my wallet seems to be a consequence of hanging out with friends. Read More »- Let’s talk: Comment (4) | Blog
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By: Angela Burkhart, Quizzle.com
Every girl dreams of having that perfect wedding. But when that time comes, the perfect wedding might be limited to the amount of money the bride and groom are able to contribute.
I'm currently planning for an October 2010 wedding and have already spent $6,000 on my reception alone. A friend of mine is getting married this weekend and planned her entire wedding for under $5,000. So I wondered: In what areas can I and others save money in the wedding planning process, but still achieve that perfect wedding? Read More »- Let’s talk: Comment (10) | Blog
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By: Angela Burkhart, Quizzle.com
Saving up for your dream home takes patience and focus. Believe me, I know. My fiance and I have been scrimping and saving for several months now so we can buy a home next summer.
Our goal? Save 10 percent of the value of the house we'd like to buy, or approximately $10,000, for a down payment. In our quest to buy our dream home, we've learned a few things that work and a few that don't.
Here are our seven best tips for saving money for a down payment:
1. Check your credit report. Read More »- Let’s talk: Comment (3) | Blog
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Being a college student can mean a lot of things, but along with all of the fun comes new responsibilities. It's the first time you learn how to do a lot of things on your own, including keeping a personal budget. While it's definitely no Friday night, it's an important part of the college experience, as no one wants to graduate with even more debt.
Along with keeping track of the money coming in and (sigh) the money coming out, here are a few money saving tips to help you while you’re away from home: Read More »- Let’s talk: Comment (5) | Blog
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By Mary Hunt
7 Big Money Mistakes to Avoid
I’m going to guess you’ve made a financial mistake or two in your life. Who hasn’t? For some of us, it was more than an occasional late fee or random urge to overspend that brought us to our financial knees. But I’m not talking about the kind of blunders that got us into trouble—we could list those in our sleep. Instead, I want to focus on the mistakes people make while they’re working their way back to financial health. Whether you’re recovering from a season of unemployment or from a financial mess you created on your own, avoid these goofs and you’ll get where you want to go much faster.
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By: Ann-Marie Murphy, Quizzle.com Whether you're
strapped for cash or feeling comfortable, we could all stand to
make a few tweaks to our personal budgets. Save more, save… Read More »
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By Angela Ebron
How to Avoid Online Scams
The Cash for Clunkers program has been great for car buyers and the auto industry. But, you know who else is benefiting from it? Online scam artists. Phony websites are suddenly popping up claiming to be connected to the program, according to fraud expert Sid Kirchheimer, author of Scam-Proof Your Life. Don’t fall for it! “The phony sites ask for your Social Security number and tell you that you have to preregister in order to qualify for Cash for Clunkers, which you don’t,” he says.
And this is just the latest in a string of Web scams—from work-at-home schemes to fake lotteries to bogus shopping sites and more. According to the FBI Internet Crimes Complaint Center, online fraud complaints went up 33 percent from 2007 to 2008, with $265 million in lost or stolen money. To protect yourself from getting ripped off, follow these online safety tips from Kirchheimer.
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Coupons and Rebates can save you a significant amount of money. However you can also lose money if you use a coupon or rebate depending on the purchase. You should also consider the fact, you will not be reimbursed for any taxes you paid when you submit for a…
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In order to purchase items at Warehouse Clubs (i.e. BJ’s, Costco, Sam’s Club) you have to pay a membership fee usually around $40-$50 a year. Before you pay the price for admission ask yourself these questions to figure out if it is worth it. Read More »
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