Are Credit Cards Bad?

As our society becomes more digitized, it is no surprise that most people do not carry a lot of cash on their person anymore. Now most shopping transactions are done using plastic cards with credit cards being the most used point of sale method. According to the Federal Reserve, 79% of Americans have at leastContinue reading “Are Credit Cards Bad?”

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Things To Consider Before Taking On Debt

In a world with subzero interest rates, it is easier and cheaper than ever to take on excessive debt. With the U.S. consumer debt standing at ~ $15 trillion in 2021, the current data shows that this number will continue to trend upwards. As one of the most in debt age groups, millennials must beContinue reading “Things To Consider Before Taking On Debt”

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4 Hacks To BOOST Your Credit Score

Credit scores can be a mystery. Unless you work for one of the bureaus, and even if you do, you will not know the intricacies of this carefully and intentionally guarded secret. There are three primary US credit bureaus that produce credit scores; Equifax, Experian and TransUnion. Each of them has their own proprietary algorithmContinue reading “4 Hacks To BOOST Your Credit Score”

Effects Of Poor Debt Management In Your Twenties

Your 20’s are the years you explore who you are, what you like, and the future you want for yourself. This is when you make mistakes, learn lessons, and develop character. It’s also the years when you build your foundation for the future. Decisions made in your 20’s can determine the ease of life inContinue reading “Effects Of Poor Debt Management In Your Twenties”

5 Common Habits Keeping You Broke

Everyone I know can name 1 or 2 bad habits that they just can’t seem to kick. Bad habits are formed over time and, in some cases, are so hard wired in our behavior that we don’t even realize when we are doing them. Bad habits could be one of the reasons you find yourselfContinue reading “5 Common Habits Keeping You Broke”