It’s true that everyone can benefit from saving money, but the focus of your savings efforts is different depending upon your current stage of life. [More]

Everyone looks back on mistakes they’ve made in their life and say they would do things differently if given a second chance. This is definitely true of money. Here are a few common mistakes people make with their money and how to avoid them. [More]

If you’re like most people, you work hard for every dollar you get. Unfortunately, there are some people who are working even harder to take that money away from you. [More]

Charitable organizations are created to encourage people to give, and to pool those donations so that they can have a greater impact collectively than they’d be able to accomplish on their own. Many charities are nationally known organizations, while others serve smaller local needs. If there’s a cause you believe in, or an area in which you’d like to make a difference, there’s probably a charity that’s perfect for you. [More]

Experts suggest between 29 – 33% of your income should go toward your mortgage/rent. A more conservative approach is 25%. [More]

There are so many decisions to make when it comes to buying a home: finding just the right home for you and your family or design choices for your new construction. Then add the mortgage process to it, and you’ve got even more decisions to make. [More]

If you believe that you’ve been the victim of identity theft or similar fraud, you need to act immediately. Your first step is to verify that such a crime has taken place, and the easiest way to do that is to obtain a copy of your credit report. [More]

Whenever you are buying a car, new or used, take your time deciding what vehicle best fits your needs. However, buying a used car takes a little more time to make sure you aren’t getting a bad deal. Here are some tips to take before you buy. [More]

If you’re concerned about your ability to receive credit, or if you already know that you have problems with your credit, there are steps you can take to improve your credit worthiness. [More]