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I Want it All and I Want it Now

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The neighbors have a shiny new sport utility vehicle to tow their travel trailer. They take a two-week tropical vacation every winter. Their family room is equipped with the latest large screen TV and surround sound stereo system. Many people believe this is a sign of wealth. In fact, this is usually a sign of consumption. More often than not, the above lifestyle is funded with huge amounts of…

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Now is the Time to be Especially Wary

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Uncertain economic times and rising rates of unemployment often create a new breed of desperate people. Some turn to frauds and scams as a way out of their troubles. Others become more susceptible to schemes promising to help but, instead, getting bilked out of their dwindling cash reserves. Challenging times tend to bring more frauds and scams out of the woodwork. Fraudsters are becoming more…

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The Five Insurance Must Haves

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Insurance is, and has always been, a tool to manage risk. If you cannot afford to 'lose' something, it is best to insure it. As with many other financial situations, there are various solutions designed to protect against financial losses. The five types of insurance everyone should have are: Life Insurance – The primary reason to have life insurance is to replace an income that will be lost on…

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These Financial Mistakes Can Cost You

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Some financial decisions are made without enough thought given to the long term consequences. TIME – a critical element for any successful long-term financial strategy – can affect different situations quite dramatically. Here are some financial mistakes you should try to avoid: Mortgage amortized too long: With lenders offering 30 year amortization periods, it may look attractive to go with a…

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Personal Finance & Job Transfers

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These days, having a career presents many more new rewards and challenges than it ever used to. What we used to take for granted – including our work location – can sometimes change dramatically as companies continue to change and adapt to new economic situations. This can be great for a business and its bottom line, but really tough on the employees within it. Because we never know exactly what…

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