It’s prom season, and to your teen that probably means a fancy dress or tux, glamorous jewelry, dinner at an expensive restaurant, perhaps a limo and then there are the after-parties.  But to the parents, it probably means looking for ways to save money on prom expenses. Prom is an exciting n...

Guest Post By Lila Quintiliani, AFC®, America Saves April is National Financial Capability Month, when the Financial Literacy and Education Commission (FLEC) and the Ready Campaign encourage people to improve their financial futures and to be prepared when disaster strikes. Here are three actions...

The cost of  electricity is a worry for many people, especially during the winter or summer months when heating and cooling is more frequently used.  If you are looking for ways to reduce your electric bill, a few simple changes around your home could cut your costs.   7 ways to ...

If you’re struggling with a tight budget, here’s a fun fact to consider: Various government agencies and organizations are holding more than $58 billion in unclaimed money, according to CNN Money, and a piece of that pie could be yours. This isn’t some nefarious plot to keep you from your mone...

Do you know how to protect yourself from credit card fraud? There always seems to be headlines about yet another data breach—when hackers break into a company’s computer system and steal sensitive and confidential personal data about their customers and clients. In 2018, Marriott International a...