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Avoiding Costly Overdrafts: Think Twice Before You Swipe Your Debit Card

By Tim Westrich on Aug. 28, 2008 Comments?

Checking accounts—probably the most basic account in banking—contain a plethora of hidden traps and practice a type of “gotcha capitalism” that will get you if you don’t take a few steps to avoid the most common pitfalls. Read...

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Bill Pay Gone Wrong

By Jason Simon on Aug. 25, 2008 Comments?

With the Money posts in our Tools for Life blog, our goal is to provide information and tips to help you understand your credit and get out of debt. Interest and late fees charged to your credit card are two of the key elements that can make it hard to get out of it. Read...

Finding BALANCE

By Jason Simon on Aug. 18, 2008 Comments?

If you are in serious debt or have other money issues, you may want to consider financial counseling. Don’t be afraid to call a credit counselor – if your money issues are stressing you out, why not get started on the path to peace of mind? Read...

Ditching the Credit Card & Going Cash Only

By Jason Simon on Aug. 14, 2008 Comments?

I am the proud holder of two credit cards and one debit card. Despite my best efforts, my wasteful spending has gone up over the last few months, so its time to do something different. On August 1st, I’m going to stuff my credit cards into my desk and go cash only. Read...

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What To Do With Your Retirement Plan if You Leave Your Job

By Balance Financial Fitness Program on Aug. 08, 2008 Comments?

If you are leaving your job and have saved for your future by participating in your employer’s retirement plan, you have a major financial decision to make: what should you do with your account? Read...

Six of One, Half Dozen of the Other

By Tim Westrich on Aug. 06, 2008 Comments?

During the past decade of low interest rates, families borrowed heavily against the value of their homes to finance their consumption and increase their purchasing power. But as the credit crisis unfolded, and as the value of Americans’ homes dropped, lenders tightened standards on all types of mortgage loans, making it harder for families to access their home equity. Read...

Big Win for Consumers: Credit Card Reform Moves Forward in the House

By Eileen Quigley on Aug. 05, 2008 Comments?

Over the past few months, nearly 1,000 of you joined us in fighting for credit card company reform by participating in our action to send a letter to the Federal Reserve Board telling them to adopt their proposed rules to regulate the credit card industry. Read...

Saving and Investing for Retirement

By Balance Financial Fitness Program on Aug. 04, 2008 Comments?

While saving and investing for your retirement can be complicated, in most cases it doesn’t have to be. A simple, step-by-step approach can help you build up an impressive sum with a surprisingly small amount of effort and outlay. Read...

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Sell It On Craigslist

By Jason Simon on Jul. 31, 2008 Comments?

I’ve found Craigslist to be a great way to get rid of things I don’t need and earn some money at the same time. Here are some tips on selling things on Craigslist. Read...

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The Progressive Generation: How Young Americans View Economic Issues and Why It Matters

By Amanda Logan on Jul. 28, 2008 Comments?

Millennials could well be poised to transform the American political landscape in 2008 and beyond due to their decidedly progressive positions on economic issues and the role of government in the economy. Read...

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Generation Debt

By Anya Kamenetz on Jul. 23, 2008 Comments?

When I look at the likely solutions for this generation, as we face this epic array of challenges, I don't see us going back to any imagined past utopia. We are creating our own values and our own American Dream. Read...

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Living on the Edge

By Eileen Quigley on Jul. 22, 2008 Comments?

Qvisory's report, Young People: Living on the Edge, shows that young people are facing tremendous and growing financial stress. We know that advocating on behalf of young adults is desperately needed to help solve the problems identified in our report, and that’s why we’re here. Read...

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Your First Car Loan: Know Before You Go

By Tim Westrich on Jul. 22, 2008 Comments?

The path to getting an auto loan is full of pitfalls that can extract extra money over the course of the loan. And with the price of gas at record levels, getting a car that will serve your needs and fit into your budget may require some planning. Read...

The Personal is Political

By Tamara Draut on Jul. 21, 2008 Comments?

We’re all reeling from the spike in the cost of gas and food. These money woes are compounded by a disturbing reality: most young people today are earning less than their parents did a generation ago. As we grapple with the enormous economic challenges confronting us, it’s helpful to remember that The Personal is Political. Read...

BALANCE Your Finances

By Eileen Quigley on Jul. 21, 2008 Comments?

If you are in serious debt or have other money issues, you may need financial counseling. Qvisory's latest member benefit, BALANCE, offers financial and credit counseling by telephone. Read...

A La Carte Method: Use Psychology Against Yourself to Save Money

By Ramit Sethi on Jul. 17, 2008 Comments?

Use psychology against yourself to save money. Cancel all the discretionary subscriptions you can: your magazines, annual Rhapsody plan, cable — even your gym. Read...

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Keep Up With Yourself Rather than the Joneses

By Jason Simon on Jul. 11, 2008 Comments?

Times have changed, and trying to keep up with whoever those Joneses are is kind of like buying a gas guzzling SUV, not wearing a bike helmet, or throwing recyclables into the trash. Read...

Thinking Green, Investing Green

By Lesley Scorgie on Jul. 10, 2008 Comments?

In my last post I focused on ethical investing. To enhance that initial piece, I thought it would be interesting to look into ‘Green’ investing. ‘Green’ investing focuses specifically on environmental protection. Read...

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Tips to Consider with Inflation on the Rise

By Jason Simon on Jul. 02, 2008 Comments?

Inflation, the general increase in the level of prices of goods and services over time, is on the rise, and we are all feeling it at the grocery store, gas pump, and so on. Read...

Ethical Investing

By Lesley Scorgie on Jun. 27, 2008 Comments?

Going ‘green’ is a hot topic with a variety of favorable outcomes. In this post, I am going to discuss the broader concept of ethical investing. Read...

Lemonade Stand Savings

By Jason Simon on Jun. 25, 2008 Comments?

As I pulled away from a lemonade stand where I bought a glass from two middle-school aged girls for 50¢, I wondered where their earnings would go. Read...

With So Many Credit Card Choices, Which One Should I Choose?

By Jason Simon on Jun. 19, 2008 Comments?

If you're in the market for a credit card, know what you’re getting into before you sign your name. Read...

Why We Chose BALANCE

By Susan Askew on Jun. 19, 2008 Comments?

Partnering with BALANCE is a natural for Qvisory. Like Qvisory, BALANCE is a national organization dedicated to helping you reach your financial goals. Read...

Are Tax Rebates for Splurging?

By Jason Simon on Jun. 16, 2008 Comments?

The federal government assumes that most Americans are going to spend their economic stimulus tax rebate in a way that will help boost the economy. However, a recent poll suggests otherwise. Read...

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Take Action to End Unfair Credit Card Practices!

By Eileen Quigley on Jun. 13, 2008 Comments?

Take action today to end unfair credit practices! Credit card companies have the power to change the rules - and we are paying the price. Read...

Rich by Thirty: The Fundamentals of Managing Money

By Jason Simon on Jun. 11, 2008 Comments?

If you're looking for an accessible book to teach you the fundamentals of managing money, I recommend that you begin turning the pages of Lesley Scorgie's Rich by Thirty: A Young Adult's Guide to Financial Success. Read...

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Grocery Saving Tips From the Coupon Queen

By Jason Simon on Jun. 05, 2008 Comments?

According to a survey from the Food Marketing Institute, 33% of all shoppers say they now use coupons almost every time they shop. Do you? Read...

(Not) Keeping Up With Our Parents

By Jason Simon on Jun. 03, 2008 Comments?

Mooney cited statistics to back her argument that America's middle class is struggling to remain in the middle, but it was her message of, "you're not alone," that may help to stimulate more open discussion of the many unique issues we face today. Read...

Follow Three Principles to Build Wealth

By Lesley Scorgie on May. 28, 2008 Comments?

I believe money is important because it builds a path to freedom. Without it, your choices can be limited. With it, you can pursue your dreams. Wealth is no longer just about money. It is about freedom. Read...

It's Not a Bird or a Plane, It's the Cost of Gas!

By Erika Mitchell on May. 28, 2008 Comments?

Gas prices are jumping faster than frogs in a pot of boiling water, and we’re all feeling the burn. I read an interesting article in the LA Times today that speculates that the only way for many of us to emerge from the obscene gas-price-crunch may be to start working from home. Read...

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