12 Ways to Get Out of Financial Trouble

12 Ways to Get Out of Financial Trouble

It’s no secret that most people are dealing with some form of debt.  The biggest culprits being mortgages, student loans and credit cards.  Carrying a balance each month can feel like a never-ending cycle, but it is possible to get out of debt.  You just need to make...
How to Protect Yourself at the ATM

How to Protect Yourself at the ATM

Urban legend says that if you’re being robbed at an ATM, entering your PIN in reverse will silently alert the police.  Despite the rumor’s popularity, the security feature doesn’t exist.  Flipping your PIN won’t work but there are real strategies you can use to...
3 of the Worst Ways to Borrow Money

3 of the Worst Ways to Borrow Money

Forty percent of adults don’t have enough money saved to cover a $400 emergency.  So, if things were to hit the fan (and they inevitably will), they’d have no choice but to borrow money.  While some people turn to friends and family for help, others prefer to take out...
How to Date While in Debt

How to Date While in Debt

Dating is hard in general but it’s even worse when you’re drowning in debt.  Some people believe you have to pull out all the stops and spend big bucks to be considered a good catch.  But what happens if you don’t have much cash to spare?  Relax, you’re not destined...