If you have not been approved for a credit card, you should start with a secured credit card. You put down a cash deposit upfront, and that will be your credit limit. Use it like you would use a credit card, pay on time, on you will get your deposit in the end. This process...

When living with roommates there are often times things that are not clear about shopping and sharing. it is easy to share the utility bills but things get more complicated when it comes to items like food, bath products, cleaning supplies and more. it might be a good idea to have a conversation about it...

When life gets busy, finding time for food prep can be difficult. However, when coming to work without food you will find yourself ordering or buying it outside, and that will be more costly. If you are trying to save money, do your best to bring food to work with you, even if it means...

If you feel that you spent too much money recently and that you shopped for unnecessary items, it is probably the case. Often times people shop for emotional reasons, and then suffer from regret and financial hardship. In order to prevent that from happening, be aware of what you already own and go through your...

When it comes to holiday shopping, many delay it to the last minute. Some consumers think that all the best deals will begin just a day before the actual holiday, while others are just busy with school or work. However, leaving the shopping to the last minute will put you in so much stress that...

If your future is important to you, you should make an effort not to get into debt and to keep your credit score in good shape. If you see yourself in the four statements below, it may mean that you are on the way to trouble: You Avoid or Ignore Credit Card Statements You Charge...

Consumer reports share some guidelines about going shopping, and how to get when you need cheaper and faster. One of the things they put an emphasis on is reading sale ads carefully, as it is a pet peeve for many. Before making your way to the store, especially if it’s far and if you are...

Black Friday is one of the most anticipated days of the year, but there is a wrong and a right way of going about it. It does get a lot of hype, and it seems like everything is a great deal, but is it really? Don’t be fooled by the sale signs. Do your research...