Financial Aid Award Letters
For people applying to college, finance and financing is key to the process. Financial award letters go a long way in helping students fulfill their dreams. After submitting an application…
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Credit Report: Check Yourself Before You Wreck Yourself
Surprisingly, 65% of adults have never checked their credit report, and 60% of those adults have never viewed their credit score. Your credit score says a lot about you, and it can impact…
What is APR?
Financial jargon can often puzzle the average person. I own a credit card, but all I really care about is paying my bill on time at the end of the month. It is essential for people to…
Imagine… An Entire Year With No Mortgage Payment
The concept for this infographic will be to show the positive financial impact of not having to pay your mortgage for a year. We will focus on major causes of consumer debt such as credit…
Mutual Fund Fees
Have you ever calculated the cost of purchasing and selling mutual funds? When you purchase a mutual fund, you pay Purchase Fees i.e. Front End Load. When you redeem the money, you pay…
How Much Extra Cash Do American’s Have?
Discretionary income is the amount of money left over after taxes are taken out, bills are paid, and basic needs are covered. Thanks to a recent study we learn how much extra cash Americans…
The Furry Side Of Finance
From man’s best friend to small fuzzy mammals, pets in the US live quite a luxurious life. Before you commit to pet ownership, know the costs for the animal you intend to adopt. This…
Stormy Weather: Are Americans Financially Prepared For a Rainy Day?
The start of a new year is the quintessential time to roll out a fresh financial plan. One of the more overlooked necessities of financial planning is the rainy day fund. Experts recommend…