Bank of America just announced that 38.7 million of its customers will soon receive a $5 fee for swiping their debit cards. The Credit Union National Association is responding with a call to consumers, saying there is another option where fees are lower and service is better. "We want consumers to know … [Read more...]
Taking Couponing to the Extreme
September 30, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Coupons may be a great way to reduce spending and debt, but extreme couponing is getting some bad press. According to the Charlotte Observer the TLC hit show has managed to give coupon clipping a bad name and forced some retailers to tighten their policies after the cable network aired just 12 half-hour … [Read more...]
New Website Offers Financial Help for Women
September 29, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Women now have a new resource to help them with their finances, career and personal development goals. The online resource center is called WeHelpWomen.com and it's a community for women looking to expand their skills and education level in important areas of life, including their finances. The site … [Read more...]
Mortgage Rates Remain Low
September 27, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Fixed-rate mortgages are holding steady among European debt market concerns, mixed housing data and a sputtering economy. Freddie Mac just released results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey and found that the 30-year fixed rate remain unchanged at 4.09 percent. The 15-year rate dropped to 3.29 percent … [Read more...]
Real Housewife of New Jersey Withdraws Bankruptcy Filing
September 24, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Usually celebrities getting into financial trouble makes headlines, but you rarely hear about them getting out of it. According to People Magazine, Real Housewives of New Jersey stars Teresa Giudice and her husband Joe have withdrawn their bankruptcy filing. Teresa's reality show is currently airing … [Read more...]
Survey: Companies Still Very Cautious About Hiring
September 7, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Companies are still very cautious when it comes to hiring, according to ManpowerGroup, a world leader in innovative workforce solutions. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, non-farm payroll employment was unchanged in August and there were no jobs created. Unemployment stuck at 9.1 percent. … [Read more...]
Housing Market Showing Mixed Signals
August 31, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Summer seems to have ushered in some improvement for the housing market according to new data from S&P Indices. The statistics show that the US National Home Price Index increased by 3.6% in the second quarter of 2011. That increase was welcomed following the 4.1% drop experienced during the first … [Read more...]
Couponers Say Lottery Win Wouldn’t Stop Them From Clipping
August 30, 2011 By Leave a Comment
A new survey shows that 19 out of 20 people would continue to use coupons even if they one the lottery. Redplum.com conducted its Fourth Annual RedPlum Purse String Study and found that couponing is a way of life for many people-- a way of life that would continue even if they hit the jackpot. Ninety-six … [Read more...]
Celebrate National Coupon Month in September
August 26, 2011 By Leave a Comment
September is National Coupon Month and Valpak is celebrating by sharing tips and encouraging Americans to ramp up their coupon use. According to reports, 40 percent of consumers search for coupons and deals before they leave the house. In 2011 coupon redemption has increased by 2.9 percent compared to … [Read more...]
Credit Card Delinquency Drops to Lowest Level in 17 Years
August 16, 2011 By Leave a Comment
The national credit card delinquency rate has hit its lowest mark in 17 years. The rate decreased for the sixth consecutive quarter, falling to .6% at the end of the second quarter of 2011 according to TransUnion. Credit card debt per borrower increased by $20 to $4,699 which is near a record-low. Recent … [Read more...]