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Going into Debt to Be Internet Famous

People always find new ways to go into deep debt, but wasting your money (or your parents money) to become Internet Famous isn't a recipe for success; it's a recipe for financial distress! We offer the top five dumb ways that seeking online fame can lead to credit card debt.

The Best Ways to Save Over 4th of July Weekend

Don't let 4th of July party plans blow up your in your face when it comes to your budget! We have the best ways to save over the holiday weekend.

Financial Reasons to Delete Your Facebook Account

By Danielle Warchol For many, Facebook has become the go to website to keep up with friends and family. It has also become much more to a lot of people who spend more and more of their time there. The fact is that for many, Facebook is more of a financial detriment than it is […]

How Bad Moves on Social Media Could Damage Your Credit Score

By Erin Lowry Dramatically quitting your job via viral video might seem appealing after your boss starts screaming at you — again– but for the sake of your credit score, it’s probably not a good idea. According to a recent report from the Wall Street Journal, lending companies and Fair Isaac (FICO) might soon start […]

Citi Allows Cardholders to Tie Rewards to Facebook Accounts

Citi cardholders have a new way of using their credit card rewards. Tying rewards to Facebook accounts opens up a wide range of possibilities.

What Would Your Social Media Score Be?

Are you careful about what you’re putting out on social networking sites? If not, you may want to reconsider as insurance companies have begun snooping on social media sites for the inside scoop on their customers. Even more unnerving is the fact that the information they find about your personal life could be combined into […]

Be thankful for what you have on Thanksgiving

5 Ways to Give More and Be Extra Thankful This Thanksgiving

You don't have to spend money to make Thanksgiving special. We have some easy ideas on how to give more and be thankful without breaking the bank.

Are You a Social Shopaholic?

If you're always on your social media account and you're getting bombarded by offers from retailers you may be at risk of becoming a social shopaholic.

Discussing Finances on Social Networks: Is it Safe?

Is it really safe to use Tweet What You Spend, Blippy and Bundle to track your expenses or to even discuss your personal spending habits? In a world rife with identity thieves and other financial predators isn’t it wise to keep some modicum of privacy, especially when it comes to your hard earned money? Well […]