We’re all sick and tired of reading how celebrities mismange their mountains of money, but the mistakes they make are the same of the average person, just on a larger scale. Use these inflated examples to stop yourself from being like some of the stars.
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Spending with the Stars: Learning from Financial Mistakes of Celebrities
by Travis Pelto on January 23, 2013 in Credit & Debt, Saving, Smart Shopper, Zing Zone
Holiday Debt: Tips to Handle Your Credit Card Bills
by Victoria Araj on January 11, 2013 in Credit & Debt, Saving, Smart Shopper
Oh the joy of the holidays, and oh the pain of seeing that joy translated into a dollar amount. I’ve got a few tips to help you assess your debt, prioritize it, attack it, and kiss it goodbye.
Have Resolutions? How to Set Realistic Goals
by John Allasio on January 9, 2013 in Credit & Debt, Family Focus, Saving
I’ve spent some time thinking about and researching ways to one, set realistic goals; and two, actually stick to them for the whole year, maybe even longer.
7 Jobs That Get Car Insurance Discounts
by Barbara Marquand on December 26, 2012 in Credit & Debt, Family Focus, Homeowners Tips, Saving, Smart Shopper
The job that puts food on your table also might save you money on car insurance. Read on to learn which occupations save you some coin on your car.
8 Smart Uses For a Year-End Bonus
by Richard Barrington on December 18, 2012 in Credit & Debt, Saving, Smart Shopper, Trends
A year-end bonus is your reward for 12 months of hard work. If you put that bonus to work for you wisely, you could see it continue to reward you over the next 12 months — and beyond.
Credit Cards with Great Rewards for the Holidays
by John Allasio on December 6, 2012 in Credit & Debt, Mortgage Rates, Saving
There are a lot of different credit card options out there, from basic ones with low APR for rebuilding credit to those with 3 and 5% cash back on purchases.

Identity Theft and Holiday Shopping: Tips to Protect Yourself
by Victoria Araj on November 29, 2012 in Credit & Debt, Family Focus, Smart Shopper, Trends
Identity theft can happen while your doing all of your holiday shopping. Follow these tips to protect your information and actually enjoy the holiday season.

Money Saving Ideas for the Holidays
by Krissy Schwab on November 26, 2012 in Credit & Debt, Featured, Saving
To keep your holiday spending from getting out of control, I’ve got a few tips to help you budget. From shopping to parties, you won’t have to work yourself to the bone paying off your credit card bills come January if you follow this advice.
Without a Credit Card Temporarily? Here are Other Options for You!
by Anthony Fontana on November 2, 2012 in Credit & Debt, Saving
I didn’t realize how much I rely on my credit card until I received a call from my bank a couple days ago. I was told there was suspicious activity on my card and then asked about a few purchases that were made in Oregon and Tennessee, not by me. After mulling over my options, it turned out the only option I had was to close my account.
Is the Mortgage Process Really That Difficult?
by Tom Dempsey on October 29, 2012 in Credit & Debt, Home Buying, Home Sales, Homeowners Tips, Refinance Mortgage
Is the mortgage process that difficult? What is the perception? How does that differ from reality? Certainly the process is different from years past. It’s received a lot more attention these days and clearly it’s more regulated.
