How would you feel if you took your car to your dealership for repair, and you found out that a manufacturer’s rebate, that should have been given to you, was instead pocketed by the dealership? …

Timeshares are one of the more luxurious vacations you can have provided you can afford it. Since the 1960s when leisure travel first became popular, timeshares have become a rather attractive option for vacationers looking …

Your home may be the largest investment you make in your lifetime. It may be the one constant in your life, when other things are changing. Many associate the homeowners insurance they purchase at the …

The Internal Revenue Service’s (IRS) rules on Individual Retirement Account (IRA) distributions can essentially be broken down into 3 categories: early withdrawals from an IRA, optional distributions from an IRA, and required distributions from IRAs.  …

A taxation system has many apparent benefits, yet it requires a deeper look at understanding how a positive benefit can manifest itself. VAT (Value Added Tax) currently sits at 20% in the United Kingdom as …

The constitution of these Unites States of America allow certain rights to it’s citizens. A great many men and women have died in order to protect the rights that are outlined in that precious document. …

It’s here again. Tax season. Here are some important tips to get a higher refund and save money on filing. 1) FREE TAX PREPARATION! That’s right, I said free. Check your community for VITA or …

Current laws banning illegal drugs should be revised because they are not working.  In 1973, there were 300,000 arrests for drug law violations.  In 2007, there were 1,800,000 drug law violation arrests, according to FBI …

A personal statement of net worth reveals the total value of everything valuable that you own after deducting the aggregate sum of everything that you owe. Preparing a reasonably accurate statement of net worth requires …

Costco is a warehouse club that can save you money on a wide variety of items. It is popular nationwide and offers many products and services. Membership In order to shop at Costco, you must …

Stop Snitchin’ http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F9PGiqZWAaI Anyone who did not have a chance to see Cam’ron on 60 minutes talking about snitching and the culture of not cooperating with police I encourage you to do so.(link above) I …

Accenture (ACN), is a global management and consulting company operating in more than 120 countries worldwide. The company also offers services in the implementation and development of technology and as a provider of business outsourcing. …

We have all been there. Your car need repairs, your roof springs a leak, or you have a family medical emergency and you don’t have enough cash on hand to cover the expense. The temptation …

Once you have done your research and decided what stock you would like to purchase, your next decision will be what type of trade strategy you will employ. There are three basic types of trades, …

We’ve all seen that piece of mail 0% APR! Transfer your balance today! Well, that offer may not necessarily save you money. There are other factors besides the low APR that you should take into …

I legally carry a concealed handgun on a daily basis. I don’t take my decision to carry lightly. I’m not a police officer, a private investigator, a bail bondsman or a bounty hunter. I don’t …

A no medical exam life insurance is exactly what its name implies; a life insurance policy that does not require a medical exam. Many companies are beginning to switch to a policy like this, and …

Bankruptcy may, in fact, affect your employee benefits. The analysis involves two scenarios: 1) you declaring bankruptcy, and 2) your employer declaring bankruptcy. Bankruptcy is a many-taloned beast, fashioned from both state and federal law. …

When every penny matters, a frugal parent looks to and fro for ideas which will help to trim costs.  Food is one of the greatest variables, and one of the easiest ways to creatively cut spending, particularly …

When there is a recession on the economy contracts and consequently more people find themselves out of work and struggling to make ends meet. Everybody is looking to make savings in any way they can, …

Benjamin Franklin said “Nothing can be said for certain, except death and taxes.”  With tax season fast approaching, and all the frustration that comes with that, death seems like the more pleasant of the two. …

When should someone seek credit counseling? This question seems easy to answer. People should seek credit counseling when they are falling behind or can no longer pay their bills. Is this the only point when …

I am called a liberal hippie. I have been referred to as a feminist. In high school, I toted the slogan “a woman has the right to choose.” In those days of my youth, I …

We started using Scottrade in 2007 and we’re really enjoying the convenience at our house. One interesting site that we have not yet tried is Zecco, which has a certain number of zero commission trades …

Before discussing insurance for a farm business or any other specific insurance, you must first understand the role of insurance in your financial planning.   Insurance is a legal contract intended to indemnify your loss, which …

People in debt have many habits, some of them bad. Bad habits can easily contribute to you being in debt. If you don’t change these habits, you can easily find yourself back in debt before …

The majority of people who are alive on Earth do not have an unlimited supply of money. Home foreclosures are still at record levels as of May, 2010. The “job outsourcing” activities of the World’s largest multinational corporations …

A Guide to the Best Countries to Retire In Many middle-aged people are looking forward to retirement. Most individuals work all their lives, staying on a boring job because they have worked there for years …

If you’re out shopping and your credit cards are within reach, you may be tempted to purchase items that you can’t actually afford. Credit cards make it all too easy for you to ignore any …

Everyone is there. Battling the prices of everything day in and day out. With costs on the rise, it’s easy to lose track of your budget and wonder where all the money went! Here’s a …