Wednesday, October 18, 2017Why deal with crazy holiday crowds when you can get almost all the same deals at home? I’ll tell you how in this week’s Money Minute. The beauty of browser extensions I’m obsessed with browser extensions. These are magical little buttons you can add to your web browser that help you find deals on the fly. READ MORE >>
Tuesday, October 17, 2017Take steps to protect yourself from identity theft: Secure your social security number (SSN). Don’t carry your social security card in your wallet or write your number on your checks. Only give out your SSN when absolutely necessary. READ MORE >>
Monday, October 16, 2017“Words have energy and power with the ability to help, to heal, to hinder, to hurt, to harm, to humiliate, and to humble.” – Yehuda Berg The words we say to ourselves, speak to others and hear from others create the world in which we live. READ MORE >>
Friday, October 13, 2017New homebuyers make every mistake in the book — I even made a few myself when I bought my first home. These critical missteps usually happen when buyers are misinformed or don't ask the right questions. It's painful to watch, because a big percentage of buying blunders are avoidable. 1. READ MORE >>
Thursday, October 12, 2017 Wildfires can pose particular dangers to both lives and property because they often begin unnoticed and can spread quickly. According to the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS)¹, windborne embers present a significant threat from wildfires and are the primary cause of most building ignitions. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, October 11, 2017When working remotely doesn't work, message overload is real, and more stories What’s happening in the world of work: The Saturday edition of the Daily Rundown highlights the business trends, perspectives, and hot topics you need to know to work smarter. Read on and join the conversation. READ MORE >>
Tuesday, October 10, 2017Taking cheat days, or breaks, while dieting may actually help aid weight loss, according to a new study from Australian researchers. The small study looked at two groups of obese men who participated in a four-month diet requiring them to restrict calorie intake by one-third. READ MORE >>
Monday, October 9, 2017“The present moment is filled with joy and happiness. If you are attentive, you will see it.”– Thich Nhat Hanh While preparing to board a flight recently I was overwhelmed by something I saw out the window. O’Hare airport was bustling. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, October 4, 2017Most car consumers have heard and seen the ads. They talk about “getting rid of this year’s stock to make room for the next model year.” It sounds like just another auto salesman gimmick, but there are consequences when you purchase a vehicle between September and December. READ MORE >>
Tuesday, October 3, 2017 A whopping 20% down. It’s what most lenders want to see as a down payment from a potential home buyer. For the buyer, it likely means a lower mortgage rate, lower monthly payments, and more home equity. For the banks and other lenders, it’s a sign that the buyer has the financial wherewithal to own a home. READ MORE >>
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