Credit Score Apps. Are They Worth the Cost?
Credit scores are important to our financial life. These scores are used to determine if you are a good risk for credit cards, car loans, and mortgages and what rate you will pay.
Can Making Mistakes at Work Be Good…?
Knowing that's it's okay to make mistakes is not only good for your own development, but also for the organization you work for. It leads to more innovative capacity and creativity.
What You Need to Know About Amazon Sidewalk
If you have an Amazon Echo, Tile, or Ring device, read on. Amazon turned on their Sidewalk service for Echo devices on June 8th and will turn on Tile devices on June 14th.
Renting? Do You Know Your Tenant Score?
These reports are generated by companies specializing in consumer reporting and many include proprietary scores that rate the possible tenant.
Keeping Your Payment Apps (and Money) Safe
The way we pay has steadily changed over the years. Carrying cash and using plastic cards are becoming an old concept as we shift towards apps and other contactless payment options.
Spotlight September 2021
This month we highlight podcasts on a checklist for apartment hunting and teaching your kids about money from NPR.
Vishing Is On The Rise. Don't Get Caught!
Vishing attacks are voice phishing attacks. By using the phone, scammers can use emotion and build trust in order to trick their victims.
Tips and Tools to Help with Retirement Planning
Have you started planning for retirement? Whether retirement is just a few years away or decades, these tips and tools can help you keep your plan on track.
Job Hunting? Avoid Getting Scammed with These Tips
Job hunting is stressful enough without having to worry about getting caught by scammers. Instead of offering you a job, scammers want your money and personal information.
What You Need to Know About the T-Mobile Data Breach
On August 16, 2021 T-Mobile announced that it was investigating a possible data breach. On August 17th, the company confirmed that data was stolen.
Looking for Tips to Manage Your Debt?
Debt is costly. The longer it takes to pay off debt, the more money you pay in interest. These tips can help you start taking control of debt.
Learning How to Invest, Wisely and Safely
With saving account interest rates at all-time lows (2021 national average at 0.06%), more and more people are looking to invest their money instead.
Pros and Cons of Money-Saving Apps and Browser Extensions for Online Shopping
There are many browser extensions and apps that want to help you save money when shopping online. Some may find discounts, coupons, best prices, or cash-back rewards.
Beware of Utility Scams
Utility scams can occur any time of the year but may increase during periods of very hot or cold weather and after natural disasters.
Spotlight April 2021
This month we highlight videos on smartphone and smart speaker privacy from Consumer Reports.
Robocalls. What Is Being Done to Stop Them?
Any call with a recorded or artificial voice message is a robocall. While some of these calls are legitimate, many, perhaps most, are not.
Sustainability Doesn't Have to Be Expensive
The intention to live a more sustainable life is often there for many people: eat organic food, make sustainable clothing choices, drink tap water rather than bottled, etc.
Advance Child Tax Credit Payments Begin July 15
The Child Tax Credit (CTC) is a credit for individuals who claim a child as a dependent on their federal tax return as long as the child meets certain conditions.
Pros and Cons of Buy Now, Pay Later Services
When shopping online, have you noticed a new payment option that allows you to pay over time? These options are offered by companies such as Paypal Credit/Bill Me Later, AfterPay, Affirm, Klarna, FuturePay, and QuadPay.
Scammed with Your Payment App
Say you're selling something—online or offline—and you get paid by a stranger. He pays you via payment app—think Venmo, Zelle, Square Cash and the like—and the money shows up in your app account instantly.
What Is Fintech? What Should You Know About It?
Fintech is the use of technology to automate and provide access to financial services online. It covers a broad range of services including mobile, cloud-based, and computer apps.
