Quick Look Credit bureaus, also known as credit reporting agencies, collect and report on consumer credit and payment information. The three major credit bureaus are Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion. There are many other credit bureaus, some of which collect very specific data. It’s March 9, 1922, and you need a loan. You head up to … Read more
Is your tire pressure low and you are wondering how to get free air near me? I was in the same boat so I learned how to find gas stations with an air pump near you and other ways to get air. What does it matter if your tire has more or less air? You … Read more
Investment opportunities can grow your wealth long-term, but choosing the right asset is half the battle. Knowing who to trust to host your investment is yet another hurdle that trips up potential investors. If you’ve chosen to invest in real estate but aren’t sure where to start, Fund That Flip (FTF) could be your solution. … Read more
An engagement ring is a quintessential symbol of starting a life journey together. There’s a lot of meaning and intent behind giving an engagement ring, but spending time on the actual process of purchasing the engagement ring can set the stage for your future together. Part of researching the process of buying an engagement ring … Read more
Adults with mild cognitive impairment may be able to boost their brain power by working on crossword puzzles, according to a recent study. Researchers at Columbia University and Duke University found that older participants — with an average age of 71 — who were trained to complete computerized crossword puzzles showed bigger cognitive improvement compared … Read more
Want to learn how to make money on autopilot? You can do this by creating a simple money-making system that works for you on autopilot. There are many ways to make money online for beginners, but not all of them are created equal. Some methods require more work than others, and some can be quite … Read more
Every Friday I recap “news you can use” from the week: a handful of quotes from major (and often expensive) news sources, so you can stay up to date on the news that affects your money without spending a dime and in less than a minute. Here’s an overview of what happened this week. Oil … Read more
I spend much of my time studying and comparing cash-back credit cards, so it takes a lot for a new credit card to surprise me. I almost hate to admit it, but the new Fifth Third 1.67% Cash/Back Card threw me for a loop. Not because 1.67% Cash/Back has a revolutionary rewards program or stunning … Read more
bikeworldtravel / Shutterstock.com When you see a sale price, can you really be sure you are getting a bargain? Probably not, according to research from Consumers’ Checkbook, a project of the nonprofit Center for the Study of Services. A recent Consumers’ Checkbook analysis of 25 national retailers found that the legitimacy of their sale prices … Read more
Direct deposit is the most efficient method to receive your paycheck into your checking account. By taking advantage of early direct deposit features offered by several banks, you can get access to your funds even sooner. Getting your paycheck a few days early can be extremely helpful, especially if you’re tight on cash. That’s why … Read more