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5 Things You Should Never Buy With Your Credit Card

Put that plastic away! For these six expenses, you’re better off leaving your credit card in your wallet.

How Long Does Frozen Meat Last? [INFOGRAPHIC]

How long does frozen meat last? Follow this guide to learn how long beef, ham and ground beef can stay in your fridge and freezer for safety and flavor.

This Might Be the Dumbest Thing I’ve Ever Heard a Car Dealer Say

Over the course of a year, I probably speak with a few thousand car dealers. And the truth is a lot of them are fine, but some of them will say things that are either flat out false, misinformed or are blatant lies. This whopper, regarding paying off loans early, may be an example of the worst.

Ten tips for pawn shop consumers

If you're considering a loan from a pawn shop, the Better Business Bureau has the following tips:Do your research. Do some online research to see what others have said about working with area pawn shops. Then, choose a reputable shop and broker you feel

Farm Loans 101

“Let us not forget that the cultivation of the earth is the most important labor of man. When tillage begins, other arts will follow. The farmers, therefore, are the founders of civilization” (Daniel Webster). We love our farmers and believe they are the backbone of this nation. If you are new to farming or if it has been in your family for years, it’s important that you know about farm loans. Here are the basics you should be familiar withFSAWhen talking…

Impulse Buys Make You Feel Good, But At What Price? : Enemy of Debt

According to the 2012 Shopper Engagement Study, we as consumers make grocery shopping decisions in the store at a rate of 76%, causing us to spend more than originally intended. Even with the best laid plans, coupons, shopping circulars, and a specific list statistics show we are drawn to spend more. Research shows tough current economic conditions cause us to “splurge” at the grocery store for psychological reasons we don’t even realize at the time. As I pondered that thought I realized even…

How do auto loans work?

So how do auto loans work? Since most people buying a new or used car opt for financing it’s an important question, and understanding the answer will help you in the purchase process.…

Guest column: Don’t let your stimulus check go to waste

Before you rush out the door with all that money burning a hole in your pocket, please consider getting your financial house in order and supporting your community first.

Cashing Old Checks: How Long Is A Check Good For?

There’s a right way to handle old checks. The wrong way can cost you.

A mistake on your credit report could cost you a job or a loan.

How to check your credit report for free. (And no, checking your report will not bring down your score!)

Keep Your Home in Check

Owning a home is like having a child. You always have to take proper care for it - hire plumbers, professional carpet cleaners or roofing specialists. They are

How to find out when you get your stimulus

Haven’t received your stimulus check? There's a way to check.

What will you do with your stimulus check?

Simple Answers About Your Check Engine Light

Question: My Check Engine light is on and my friend thinks he can get the code read and know what part to replace to fix my car. I say it’s not...

How to Read an FOMC Statement

After each meeting, the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) issues a statement regarding its monetary policy decision. You need not be an economist to understand it.

Does your P2P money transfer app do lunchtime!?

A lot of mobile payment companies aim to conquer the mobile world with their P2P services.