Unusual Money Habits That Can Make You Money!
Everybody can use a little extra money every now and then, right? You can work harder or work more, but you could also decide to adjust your money hab…
Pros and Cons of Money-Saving Apps and Browser Extensions for Online Shopping
There are many browser extensions and apps that want to help you save money when shopping online. Some may find discounts, coupons, best prices, or ca…
Sustainability Doesn't Have to Be Expensive
The intention to live a more sustainable life is often there for many people: eat organic food, make sustainable clothing choices, drink tap water rat…
Car Repossession: There's Only Bad and Ugly
If you can't make your car payments on time, you may be at risk of getting your car being taken away, or "repossessed". It won’t be a fun ride, gu…
What Is Fintech? What Should You Know About It?
Ever used Venmo, Mint, Robinhood, or GoFundMe? Those services were enabled by financial technology, also known as fintech. Fintech is the use of techn…
Basic Budgeting 101
Are you living right up to your income? Going a bit beyond your income to make ends meet—running up credit card debt or dipping into savings? If…
New Privacy Tips for Facebook and WhatsApp
Facebook Updates Its "Access Your Information" Feature
Facebook has updated its "Access Your Information" tool that allows users to see their persona…
Starting Your Own (Web-Based) Company?
If you are, beware of bogus web development scams! Scammers are out there, preying on people in need of websites, and try to rip them off in a varie…
Are You at Risk of Fake Package Delivery Scams?
We do a lot more online shopping during these Covid times. And with that, the risk of getting scammed rises dramatically, too. Here's how...
How Secret Surveillance Scores Are Impacting Your Life
You have probably heard about Secret Surveillance Scores, right? Or you may have even seen our video on it (if not, watch it here now).
Are Marketers Mining Data off Your Cell Phone?
Are you familiar with personal data mining? You should be. Chances are, your phone is being mined—right now—without you even knowing it.
Can a Talent Scan Make Your Resume More Comprehensive?
Looking past the traditional CV.
These days, finding a job may be tough. Lots of people may be equally or more qualified for a job than you are, if y…
What Financial Products Should You Avoid?
Most for-profit financial institutions (and their marketers) would love to sell you any of their financial products, as that's how they make their m…
Are All of Your Internet Connected Devices Protected?
How many devices do you have that connect to the Internet? Smartphones, desktop computers, laptops, tablets, smart home devices, smart toys, smart app…
Money Tips for a Financial Crisis
Chances are you're reading this because you've got money on your mind and are looking for management tips during this unprecedented time. While some p…
Self Care Without Breaking the Bank
This is a crazy time in the world! Our general daily circumstances are fraught with an unseen danger, our health is of utmost importance, and for most…
Why Do Underserved Students Go to For-Profit-Schools?
The majority of students from the lower income brackets and the underrepresented racial groups go to for-profit-schools. And that's not (always) goo…
WhatsApp Scams Galore!
Imagine getting a message saying: "Hi! This is your sister, stuck in Canada. I need money to cross the border. Help me, please!"
Before Contributing to Disaster Relief for the California Fires Read These Tips
Wild fires are raging in California. The hurricane season is very active including 2 storms back to back impacting the Gulf coast. When natural disast…
Can You Cash a Check Without a Checking Account?
Yes, but slow down! You can throw away a ton of money by cashing a check in the wrong place. This video will guide you in the right direction.