How do Debit Cards Work

How do Debit Cards Work

Debit cards are the plastic option that allows consumers to make purchases or withdraw cash directly from their bank accounts. Accepted internationally they are a convenient way of accessing ones own funds without borrowing, thus …
Overview of Types of Vehicle Insurance Coverage

Overview of Types of Vehicle Insurance Coverage

Most states require minimum amounts of auto insurance be carried on their vehicle at all times to comply with state Financial Responsibility laws. Minimum amounts required vary state-to-state, but it is important to understand the …
What are Short Term Health Benefits

What are Short Term Health Benefits

SHORT TERM HEALTH INSURANCE- WHAT IS IT AND IS IT GOOD FOR ME? Before going any further first answer these questions honestly, are you and/or your happy healthy with out any pre-existing conditions and currently …
Why do you need a will

Why do you need a will

Drafting a will, allows your assets to be distributed according to your wish upon leaving this world. Many of us may think that a Will is normally written by rich people. But this perception is …
How to Adjust to Lower Income in Retirement

How to Adjust to Lower Income in Retirement

Typically, when you retire at age 65, and paychecks no longer come in, you must depend on pension, investments and Social Security to provide an adequate lifestyle. You must face the reality that retirement income …
How to Make Money Market Funds Safer

How to Make Money Market Funds Safer

The immediate aftermath of the Lehman Brothers’ declaration of bankruptcy in September of 2008, can only be described as tumultuous for people who held money market fund accounts. This relatively safe investment, in an industry …
An Overview of Online Banking

An Overview of Online Banking

The majority of financial and banking institutions now offer online banking as a natural extension to their customer services. In addition, there are some dedicated Internet banks that do not have a bricks and mortar …
Retirement Savings Tips for College Graduates

Retirement Savings Tips for College Graduates

Retirement Savings is something everyone should think about, especially the way social security is going. College graduates are in the best position to take advantage of long investments and compound interest because of their age.They …
How an Unpaid Medical Bill Affects Credit

How an Unpaid Medical Bill Affects Credit

Non-payment of loans or liabilities can negatively affect your credit, and an outstanding medical bill represents a liability. Despite this, it is not a given that failing to pay a medical bill would bring your …
Financial Planning on Limited Income

Financial Planning on Limited Income

The importance of financial planning is often underestimated. Those with disposable income think they don’t need to do any planning financially because they have money to buy what they need and those with limited income …