Because of all the environmental problems caused by the use of oil in both gasoline and heating macinery it looks like Earth is going to hit another Ice Age. With all the historical documentation about …

Buying vs. renting has always been a huge question to many Americans. Is it affordable to buy when I can rent? Let us look at the pros to buying vs. renting. One, buying can increase …

In troubled times, to survive the trillion dollar meltdown, the casual investor should be forewarned that not one financial expert can rationally describe or steer you in the right direction. That is within any market, …

In what can only be described as a disturbing find, Darren West found a dead infant wrapped in plastic in his Pleasant Grove, Utah, garage. He immediately contacted the police who issued a search warrant, …

Almost daily, backlash from Arizona’s new immigration law makes headlines. For the past two weeks, liberal sniping aimed at Arizona lawmakers warned the constitutionality of S.B. 1070 begged for a challenge. Now, marching to the …

There is a dizzying array of investment vehicles available to the individual investor today. Trying to find the vehicle or vehicles for your hard earned dollars can be daunting. For the amateur investor, choosing individual …

The way it used to be not too long ago… Credit card companies promising thousands of minutes of phone cards if the home-sick student signs up for a student Visa. Credit card companies approving applications …

Celebrities are often in the spotlight because of their fame, but there are negative reasons, such as being convicted of major crimes, that some celebrities have recently been in the media spotlight. Major crimes are felonies, not minor, …

Financial planning at 8, 18 or 80 Whether you are eight, eighteen or eighty years of age, you can learn personal financial planning, as a beginner. (1) It is never too early, or too late …

During these very trying economic times obtaining a new and better job can be a challenge so one route to make your financial situation somewhat better for you and your family is to take some very practical steps …

Managing money is all about prioritising. This is the case for any lifestyle, and no matter how much or how little your income is. Apparently, it all boils down to The Micawber Principle. Those who …

Many issues are in dispute in macroeconomics, but one of the things that everyone agrees upon is this: All else being equal, if more money is in circulation, prices will rise. In other words, if …

Learning is an ongoing process. It is also a life-long process. There is no fill up point; high school graduation is not the last time the brain has to work. This belief is held by many …

A 401(k) is a great savings vehicle to save for retirement. Most 401(k) plans allow participants to borrow from their account. Although it is allowed, it is not usually recommended unless you absolutely need to. …

NBC carried a story a few years back which was quite disturbing for me the watch. By age five, an innocent child, had some 17 credit cards in her name and had racked up thousands …

As an attorney, friends often ask me for tips in drafting a will. I always warn them to take great care in writing a will, because a will is often the last memory their families …

Before you even think about starting trading with a mini account, you should get your practice with a demo account and pay careful attention to the warnings and disclaimers and take heed. And only start …

The easiest trap to fall into is the one that involves procrastination in paying for something well after the fact. To buy it is to spend money, and in the past it was assumed that …

A mortgage default is when a property owner fails to pay for the mortgage fee that has to be paid for monthly. This defaulting may be caused by various reasons that are beyond the person. …

There is a tremendous variation between available bank accounts, not least in the myriad of charges and fees payable, and services on offer. When it comes to opening a bank account, this is not the …

How lowering re-financed mortgage interest rates on foreclosed home owners will save the economy. The auto makers are now offering zero % financing, while the Federal Reserve reduced their interest rate to banks to one …

Is a BMW a better investment than a bachelor’s degree? The immediate thought that comes to mind for most people would be “Come on, what type of a question is that? Of course, NOT!”. And …

Being able to draft an exceptional credit letter can save you time and money when you are able to fully explain your thoughts on paper. It will also save you from having to speak to …

“Helpful tips when searching for cash advance loans” We all can find ourselves in a bit of a financial bind now and then, but when the money runs short it is nice to know that …

As long as there have been prisons, there have been prisoners willing to attempt daring escapes. Today’s prisoners have resorted to helicopters and escapes that seem more suited to a James Bond movie. Here are …

For most students in today’s world student loans are a standard part of the college experience. Anyone telling you otherwise is either one of the few on a full athletic/academic scholarship or with parents paying …

YOU MIGHT NOT BE AN INVESTOR IN THE FINANCIAL MARKETS, BUT A GAMBLER! Let me ask you this. Do you think you are an investor? If your answer is ‘no’, it is wrong, because you …

Kentucky requires that all automobiles registered must be covered by standard liability coverage. At http://www.dmv.org/ky-kentucky/car-insurance.php is simple for Kentucky drivers to obtain up to five quotes from leading insurers to ensure that you are getting …

No father of a child should ever complain about giving up as much money as they can put together for their child’s well being. Alimony is where any bitterness or resentment should be directed. But …

identity theft is something that should be taken very seriously and if you aren’t careful, you could have your own identity stolen. Identity theft can leave your entire life in shambles and it can take …