A few weeks ago, I got my homeowner’s insurance renewal packet. I had to take a triple look at the annual premium as it was quite a high amount! How much? Ok, since you asked (LOL!) I will tell you. It was a little over $1,400! Yikes! I immediately started shopping around. I simply shared [...]
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Tomorrow
Have you ever stated “I’ll do it tomorrow”? Of course you have, who hasn’t. Unfortunately, at that very moment we never take the time to realize that tomorrow is nothing more than a day hoped for. A day that every one of us at some point in our lives takes for granted. As we prepare [...]
Are you ready to take on money that matters?
Consumer Reports (February 2012 edition) headlines “Take on your Bank. Fight Back or Flee.” #BTDNOW. Industry experts and analysts predict that fee hikes and tougher account requirements will more than likely continue. They do suggest that consumers are likely to find lower fees and better rates at … “larger credit unions, and online institutions.” The [...]
Random Observations in January
Seems like you can’t open a newspaper or surf the internet this time of year without see a laundry list of recommendations for New Year’s resolutions. This past weekend The Post & Courier Money section was packed with resolutions and things you need to do in 2012…now. As much as I’m inclined to share my own [...]
Are you part of the club?
Are you done with your Christmas shopping? Did you buy your presents with cash, debit, credit, or Christmas Club money? Christmas Club accounts are an ideal holiday savings plan! You can deposit a few dollars or lots of dollars in your Christmas Club account every day, week, month or however you want! Many people like [...]
Would you like to save 15% off your total purchase?
The holiday season is here and many of you are probably shopping and looking for great deals. Many retailers are asking customers to open a store credit card to save a certain percentage off of their total purchase. The offer sounds great as it sounds like a money saving offer, but beware, applying for too [...]
