Everyone seems to be interested in investing in gold, but silver prices are on the rise as well. While silver may not be as expensive as gold, it’s still a valuable investment. Of course, there are a few things you need to understand about this precious metal before spending your hard-earned cash. Here are just...
Since the seventies, the day after Thanksgiving has been referred to as the biggest shopping day of the year all over America. Black Friday marks the opening day of the Christmas shopping season. Like most big horse derbies, unsurpassed amounts of people come out of the woodwork with little to no patience and ready to...
How to Get a Better Grip on Your Finances Managing personal finance is tricky, but a careful blend of money-saving and understanding your spending habits can really help you. Reduce those credit card bills and ease the strain on your finances with these simple tips: Use shopping lists Shopping lists can allow you to budget...
Thankfully, many establishments understand the struggle of being a college student and will do what they can to help. Most movie theaters offer student discounts. So do coliseums, skating rinks, museums, art galleries, and all sorts of entertainment venues. The discounts get deeper with computers, cameras, and other electronics. Additionally, many travel agencies and airlines...
The question ‘do I need a spending makeover?’ is one that we should all ask ourselves regularly. New financial products are being introduced, there are always inviting incentives to switch providers and, of course, credit card balance transfer deals such as those to be found here. Circumstances too might have changed. Saving to buy a...
Arguments about the family budget; maybe they happen during the monthly or yearly budget committee meeting (you are having those aren’t you?), or maybe they happen at dinner just before bed. Regardless of when they happen or where they occur, these disputes always seem to result in mudslinging worthy of a heated political bout. The...
At a glance, you would think that a couple that keeps its finances separate would have less to fight about when it comes to money issues. Research has indicated that just the opposite is true. Keeping all of a couple’s finances separated can lead to more misunderstandings in the long run. Separate Accounts can Mean...