With football season in full swing, are you ready for some fantasy football? Drafting the best team and guiding them toward the championship takes knowledge, dedication, skill and talent. But fantasy football is much more than just a super-absorbing hobby. You can actually learn a lot about money management and...
Q: The value of my house has shot up a lot in recent months. What steps should I take now? A: The flaming real estate market means homes are rising in value at a meteoric rate. In fact, in some areas of the country, properties have doubled in value over the last two...
Q: I’m hearing a lot about fraud rings and their threat to businesses and consumers. What is a fraud ring and how can I keep myself safe? A: A fraud ring is a group of fraudsters and merchants that can operate for years while stealing money and information, causing tremendous damage and loss...
In response to a rise of mobile banking scams, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has published new guidance on unauthorized electronic funds transfers, or EFTs. With more people using electronic banking as a holdover from pandemic times, it’s important for consumers to be aware of its vulnerabilities and...
Congrats — you did it! Whether you’re graduating high school, college or graduate school, there’s lots to celebrate. You’ve worked hard to earn your diploma or degree, spending years studying for exams, keeping up with your coursework and writing research papers, or even a thesis, to reach the goal you’ve...
Everyone loves payday, but too many employees don’t know how to allocate their paycheck in a way that best serves their financial needs. Use the tips outlined below to learn how to manage your paycheck responsibly. (more…)
When there is a humanitarian crisis in another part of the world, such as what is happening now in Ukraine, Americans are often at a loss for what they can do to help. Most of us cannot offer in-person assistance by traveling to war-torn places. Often, the only thing it...
Data breaches show up in the news almost as often as celebrity couple breakups. According to Risk Based Security’s Year-End Data Breach Report, there were 4,145 publicly reported breaches in 2021, exposing 22.7 billion records. One of the most far-reaching of these breaches was the T-Mobile data breach...
An excellent credit score is the ultimate goal of the financially responsible consumer. Those three magic digits tell a story of accountability, good financial sense, and the ability to spend mindfully. A great credit score also unlocks doors for large, affordable loans; employment opportunities, and more. (more…)
It’s been a long winter, and you’ve been looking forward to getting away for months—whether it’s a sunny spring break voyage with friends or a chill family trip. As you happily pack your bags and finalize your plans, be wary of these travel scams, which can turn your dream vacation...
Q: I’ve just landed a new job, and I’m a bit nervous about starting. How can I succeed in this opportunity? A: Congratulations on your new job! Whether it’s a new position in your current workplace or a new place of employment, this is a very exciting time, but also a...
As one of the hottest investments on the market, cryptocurrency has been enjoying the spotlight for quite a while, and scammers are eager to cash in on the excitement. Cryptocurrency scams are particularly nefarious since the digital currency is not regulated by any government, and once it has transferred hands...
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