Before storing valuables in a bank lockbox or safety deposit box, read this! Five pros + five cons about safe deposit boxes. Plus, a list of items you should AND shouldn’t keep there.
Banking Issues
Our own personal experiences and honest advice regarding everything frrom bank customer service to issues with bank loans, personal credit, and other banking matters.
The Best FREE Home Inventory Programs, Apps, And Printable Forms To Keep Track Of Everything You Own
It’s important to have a detailed inventory of all your belongings in the event of a natural disaster, accident, or theft. The best way to create and maintain your personal inventory is to use one of these FREE home inventory programs, apps, and printable forms.
Unused Gift Cards: What Happens If The Company Files For Bankruptcy Or Goes Out Of Business? (Read This Before You Buy Gift Cards!)
Worried about your old gift cards becoming obsolete before you use them? I’m guilty of holding onto them longer than I should, and some of the retailers have gone out of business now. Here’s everything you need to know before you buy gift cards. Online gift card exchange is also gaining popularity — here’s how to do it.
Starting A Vacation Savings Account? Try Saving For Vacation With These 5 Clever Vacation Fund Ideas
Summer is right around the corner and I bet you’re ready for a vacation! You don’t need to head to the bank to start a vacation savings account. Grab a mason jar and get ready to make saving for vacation fun! Here are some easy tips for starting a vacation fund jar — and getting the entire family involved.
How To Save Money For A House: Here Are 9 Clever Ideas To Try If You’re Saving Money For A House
If you’re wondering how to save money for a house, I’ve got some simple and fun ideas for you! These ideas worked for me: turn your hobbies into money, use cash instead of credit cards, sell your old stuff, and 6 other great tips to try when saving money for a house. Think outside-the-box and start putting money aside for your down payment and closing costs on your first home.
3 Legit Ways To Find Unclaimed Money That’s Yours + How To Claim The Free Money You’re Owed
Here are 3 legit ways to claim lost funds. Plus how to know if there’s free unclaimed money waiting for you or not.
Prepaid Credit Cards – 3 Ways You Can Save Money By Using A Prepaid Credit Card
A prepaid credit card is a safer way to shop, travel oversees & teach your teens about finances. Plus you can save a lot of money using prepaid credit cards
Pawnshop 101: How Pawnshops Work
What’s the first image that pops up in your head when you hear the word pawnshops? The answer is probably that they sell stolen items, it’s mostly junk, and they’ll probably rip you off. This is so untrue! Knowing how pawnshops work will help you make better decisions when it comes to buying from or selling to a pawnshop.
Identity Theft Hits Close To Home…
I am personally involved in a case right now where my credit card info and personal data were stolen and now my information resides in the hands of ‘bad people’. Yes, it’s scary.
