This post was written by Stephanie Cuellar Butler, Contributing Writer on November 30, 2009 If you even suspect you’re a victim of identity theft, it’s vital to go with your gut and start the investigation process today.Why the rush? Because cleaning up after an ID thief is, unfortunately, never a quick process and the amount of money you’re responsible for can grow if you delay.
According to a survey by [...]
This post was written by Anna Sowa, Contributing Writer on November 23, 2009 My friends and I joke that holiday shopping is more about buying fabulous presents for ourselves than buying for others. Sure, we set out with lists and budgets, but being so deep in the holiday sales makes it easy to stray.
Recession or no recession, impulse purchases are the bane of the financially frugal, especially when [...]
This post was written by Stephanie Cuellar Butler, Contributing Writer on November 16, 2009 Did you know Facebook, cell phones and new operating systems could all be used to steal your personal information?
Identity thieves are increasingly creative as changing technology allows them new tools to pilfer; but with a little awareness and some creativity of your own you can keep your private information out of sticky fingers.
New ID theft [...]
This post was written by Stephanie Raill Jayanandhan, Support Specialist on November 11, 2009 My husband, born in Kerala, India and raised in Dubai, remembers his parents participating in ‘kuri‘ clubs.
All the participants – mostly members of his extended family – would get together for a celebratory dinner.
During the evening, everyone would give their kuri contribution to the oldest brother, and a name would be drawn from all the [...]
This post was written by elisa cundiff, outreach coordinator on November 6, 2009 This is a guest post from financial expert Manisha Thakor. Manisha is a rising voice in the area of women & money. If you want to get inspired about money management, make sure to visit Manisha’s website where you can sign up for her “Manisha’s Money Musings” blog. She welcomes reader questions, so don’t hesitate to [...]
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