economy
Gas Prices Continue to Climb toward $4 a Gallon: Ways to Save Money
By Jeffrey Strain The price of gasoline continues to rise, reaching an average of $3.61 a gallon this week, up almost 5 cents from last week according to the most recent gas survey from Lundberg Survey Inc. This is the highest that gas has been since July 26, 2013, although the average price is about […]
Are You Relying Too Much on Credit Cards?
Credit cards have several benefits that can help you better yourself. If used responsibly, they allow you to build a solid credit score, get out of a tight financial jam and enjoy spending perks, such as rewards and discounts. But if you fail to abide by the rule of moderation, you could end up with […]
Budgeting During Summer Vacation
Are More Americans Starting to Use Credit Cards Again?
by April Lewis-Parks People have had a tumultuous relationship with credit cards since the recession. A sizable percentage of Americans struggling with unemployment and financial shortfalls were forced to rely on plastic and racked up significant credit card debt to meet their daily needs. Others shunned credit cards in favor of cash and debit cards, […]
Economic Recovery Doesn’t Mean You Can Throw Budgeting Out the Window
by April Lewis-Parks The economy may finally be starting to turn itself around. Recent figures show better times may indeed be just around the corner. But that doesn’t mean you should stop doing what you’re doing to lower your debt, and it definitely doesn’t mean you can start freely spending again. Sticking with your “hard […]