Money and Saving Tips
 Summer is unofficially over, when we did a series of Money Saving Tips articles, but now it is time to focus on personal...
 It's that time of year again. Back to school supplies for your children or for yourself are a significant expense every fall. Sixteen states offer tax holidays to help bring your costs down. Each ...
 The 15th coin release in the United States Mint Presidential $1 Coin Program will go into circulation on August 19, 2010. The design on this Presidential $1 Coin honors James Buchanan, our Nation'...
 If you are one of the millions of unemployed or are simply looking for a new job, did you know that you may be able to deduct some of your job search expenses on your tax return? Why not take a bad si...
 Americans waste up to 40% of their food, according to the National Institutes of Health. In these economic times where many families are struggling just to get food on the table, wasting food is one f...
 Mortgages last for decades, potentially into your retirement years. If you are living in your dream home and don't plan on moving in the future, consider paying a little extra on your mortgage eac...
 The Yosemite National Park quarter is the third release in the United States Mint America the Beautiful Quarters Program, a new multi-year initiative to honor 56 national parks and other sites in each...
 Recreational fishing is a summertime activity enjoyed by more people every year. More Americans consider themselves fishers than hunters and it is an easier activity for the whole family to enjoy. If ...
 School’s out and many students now have a summer job. Some students may not realize they have to pay taxes on their summer income. Here are the six tax tips from the IRS all students should know ab...
 With summer here and kids out of school, it is time to spend some quality time with the family and keep the kids, and you, healthy and active. If you didn't send your kids off to camp during the ...
 Camping is a great way to spend time with the family, spend less money on a vacation, stay active, and get outdoors. There are plenty of opportunities to get outdoors and go camping with your spouse o...
 Buying that new home took a lot of budgeting, saving, and cutting back. Remember those skills after you move into your new house or you could increase your debt with purchases to fill your new home wi...
 Summer is finally here and school is out. Your kids are ready and waiting for the beach or amusement park. Vacations are on the rise again. Last year the "staycation" was all the rage, but co...
 New rules for how your credit union handles overdraft fees charged to members begin soon. You have probably already received something in the mail from your credit union asking you to “opt-in” or ...
 The Wall Street Journal is reporting that Bank of America and other banks are getting ready to raise fees on some basic services as well as charge for checking accounts. This is not a surprise to cred...
 Whether you have a new home or have been living in your home for years, you might be considering a landscaping makeover on your property. Landscaping can become very expensive and bust most people'...
 Responsible use of a credit card grants you a grace period of paying for your purchases without interest, if you pay off the full balance every month. However, many people find it difficult to deal wi...
 Gardening is a great way to save money, get some exercise, and grow your own organic foods. Planting and maintaining your garden should not be unnecessarily expensive with all the latest gadgets and t...
 No matter what the state of the economy, people seem to always be interested in finding ways to save money. Saving money on essentials, like meals, is even better since the savings will continue into...
 The Yellowstone National Park quarter is the second release in the United States Mint America the Beautiful Quarters Program, the United States Mint's new multi-year initiative to honor 56 nationa...
 Franklin Pierce, our Nation's 14th President, was born on November 23, 1804, in Hillsboro, New Hampshire. He was elected to the New Hampshire legislature, and later served in the U.S. House of Re...
 In today’s world of fraudulent transactions and identity theft on the rise, many Americans are savvy when it comes to keeping on top of their credit report. However according to the Federal Trade Co...
 Officials from the U.S. Department of the Treasury, the Federal Reserve Board and the United States Secret Service unveiled the new design for the $100 note. Complete with advanced technology to comba...
 American consumers, businesses, and federal agencies rely on the Energy Star program to identify products that decrease greenhouse emissions and lower energy costs. Given the millions of dollars alloc...
 The Hot Springs National Park quarter is the first release in the America the Beautiful Quarters Program, the United States Mint's new 12-year coin program that will honor 56 national parks and na...
 Do you have unused or partially used gift cards from the holidays? If you still have that gift card after August, these new rules may affect you.
The Federal Reserve Board announced final rules to ...
 New Federal Reserve rules give debit and ATM card users additional options regarding overdrafts. In the coming months, your local credit union and other financial institutions must offer you the abili...
 Fraud awareness has heightened over the past few years, identity theft usually comes to mind and many have taken extra precautions to protect their personal information. Currently the fastest growing ...
 On February 18, 2010, the United States Mint will release to the Federal Reserve Banks the first new Presidential $1 Coin of 2010, honoring former President Millard Fillmore. Beginning at noon Easter...
 United States Mint Director Ed Moy launched the 2010 Lincoln “Preservation of the Union” One-Cent Coin during a special ceremony at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum (ALPLM). Th...
 2010 is here - how do your personal finances look? A new year brings new resolutions, health and fitness are notorious resolutions, but some might be centered around financial fitness. The best-sellin...
 If you did not make it out on ‘Black Friday’ to catch the sales, you might be one of the many procrastinators that shop last minute but are there still deals to be had? Of course, you just need to...
 Whether your donation is to your alumni association, your church or a non-profit organization, it pays to give. When it comes to the IRS there are specific guidelines that need to be followed to save...
 The Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands quarter-dollar, the final coin in the 2009 District of Columbia and U.S. Territories Quarters Program, is scheduled for release to the Federal Reserve ...
 With Christmas right around the corner many have begun their holiday shopping early. Gift cards seem like an easy solution, and can even be picked up at your nearest grocery store. It would cut down o...
 Zachary Taylor was born in 1784 in Virginia. Shortly after his birth, his family relocated to Kentucky, where he spent his youth. Taylor enlisted in the U.S. Army at the age of 23 and acquired the n...
 The United States Mint will release to the Federal Reserve Bank millions of one-cent coins bearing the fourth-and final-new reverse (tails side) design in the 2009 Lincoln Bicentennial One-Cent Progra...
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