Introduction Traditionally, investing has been seen as the preserve of the wealthy and has a reputation for being a minefield to the uninitiated. As western standards of living continue to increase, more and more people …

Stock market investing and financial decision making is linked to behavioral science. Human behavior underlies quantitative models, algorithm based trading, fundamental analysis, and valuation equations in finance. In other words, it is another important sphere …

Fast and easy is a difficult phrase to work with since everyone’s definition is different. However, there are times in our lives when we are looking for fast and easy ways for money so that …

Have you ever wondered what the terms Credit Counseling, Credit Card Consolidation encompass? Those are just two of the financial terms you will learn when you decide to learn the ins and outs of getting …

Telephone scams are abundant and a daily plague for anyone who owns a phone, despite being on the ‘Do not Call’ list.  Telemarketers will try to sell a product, offer a service, or provide free …

A stock exchange is a place where stocks, or shares of companies, are bought and sold by investors, speculators, and professional traders. Various forms of stock exchanges have been around during the centuries, with one …

You know what you paid for your home initially, and you are well aware of all the sweat equity and cash that you have put into it over the years. You may also have investigated …

We can only win the good credit score game if we know the rules and play by them. Unfortunately the rules by which we are judged by banks and credit reference agencies are hidden in …

If you cannot imagine day to day life without depending on plastic then it signifies you are too dependant on credit cards and really ought to break free. Whilst everyone benefits from having a good …

Most states now require any registered vehicle to carry minimum amounts of auto insurance on their vehicle at all times. Failure to carry these state-required policies comes with consequences that could include hefty fines, loss …

The true cost of credit concerns everyone, as the result of the credit crunch affects us all on a global scale. Making use of credit may leave you up to your eyeballs in debt if you don’t understand …

Car insurance scams cost the insurance industry tens of billions of dollars annually and usually take the form of insurance fraud. Insurance fraud occurs when individuals and/or drivers create automobile related circumstances that aren’t genuine, …

Investing in chemical companies is difficult for the people who don’t know much about chemical industries, and what affects it. In this article you will find tips to get started on the road to investing …

The age of ‘plastic money’ brought some threats with it and card skimming is one of them. Card skimming is a more direct form of phishing that involves copying information from the magnetic strip of …

The art of investing has always drawn a large crowd of spectators because it glistens with the glamour of famous families – Vanderbuilts, Astors, Rockefellers who made instant fortunes while playing the game. What makes it …

Several government assistance programs have been set up to help low-income families to pay rent and other bills. Most federal programs release assistance block grants to states, territories, tribal organizations, and non-profit agencies, such as …

It is essential to build a credit history early – as early as finances and maturity allow. Even if credit history cannot be maintained at "excellent," some credit history is better than none at all …

You’re emergency fund may be in a savings account to which you make regular deposits. When you have enough money to live on for three months should you suddenly lose your job, you have a sense of financial …

Time to stick your toe back into real estate, this is a question that many are asking as the opportunities are plentiful, but could they still get sweeter. 2009 is continuing to develop in a …

Making a will is only really important to others and not oneself when one passesaway. After all it’s a matter of conjecture whether or not in death we know what happens to our assets. Making …

Many people do not get a lot of vacation days.  No matter if you get a lot or a little, there are things you can do to make the most of the ones that you …

Those who are about to venture into the world or credit and loans may not find it as easy as they think to get a foothold on the rung. Gone are the days of easy …

Internet banking is something that has made keeping tabs on your money so much easier. It is also something that has made paying the bills and never missing a payment on your rent so simple …

Is it too late for a 40-year old person to start planning for Retirement? The answer to this will depend much on when you wish to start your retirement. For example, if you plan to …

The US housing market started a major market decline in 2007. Excess housing inventory, market recession, increase in foreclosures, and bank failures were several of the factors that caused a domino effect that resulted in …

Anyone who drives a vehicle should considercollision coverage as part of their auto insurance package. Collision coverage is every driver’s best friend in the unexpected time of an auto accident. While basic policies and other …

Credit repair can be a long and difficult process, often showing little result for a lot of time and hard work. Depending on the extent of the damage that you are trying to repair one …

Auto repair insurance includes items such as warranties from the car dealership or manufacturer, and there are good and bad things about them!  Should you purchase insurance for your vehicle? Unfortunately, as with most things in …

Certain kinds of property tend to increase in value because they have worldwide appeal. Whatever the economy, there will always be those with the money who seek out the best in art. The reason art …

Did you know that you probably have incorrect, outdated or incomplete information that appears on your report that can lower your credit scores? I know it’s a bit disturbing but it’s just the sad reality …