by Liz Dominguez | Aug 23, 2018 | Exclusive Articles, Exclusive Articles Lifestyle |
The automobile industry is important to the U.S. economy—so important that in 2009 the U.S. Treasury Department invested nearly $50 billion in General Motors Co. after it went bankrupt in a financial crisis that led to a recession. That importance is changing as...
by Liz Dominguez | Aug 23, 2018 | Exclusive Articles, Exclusive Articles Lifestyle |
The brick-and-mortar retail industry is having a tough time. Some stores are going out of business, while others may be downsizing before permanently shutting their doors somewhere down the road. If you have a store-branded credit card—meaning the card can only be...
by Liz Dominguez | Aug 23, 2018 | CRISIS-Friendly, Exclusive Articles, Exclusive Articles Lifestyle |
Having a child can require many adjustments. Losing sleep and changing dirty diapers are just some of the things parents have to deal with. And even though you’re probably a little sleep deprived right now, there are some financials you’ll have to think...
by Liz Dominguez | Aug 23, 2018 | Exclusive Articles, Exclusive Articles Lifestyle |
A debit card can help you avoid debt, since you’re pulling money directly from a linked account. However, sometimes it’s better to use a credit card instead, paying the balance in full each month so you don’t rack up interest charges. Along with...
by Liz Dominguez | Aug 14, 2018 | Exclusive Articles, Exclusive Articles Real Estate |
The freedom of growing old in your family home is ideal, but once retirement approaches, sometimes downsizing is the best option—both financially and for your mobility. Moving from an expensive city to a small town will also unlock a lot of equity that could fund your...
by Liz Dominguez | Aug 7, 2018 | Exclusive Articles, Exclusive Articles Lifestyle |
It’s summer—when the sun sets later and patio furniture is on sale! Now’s the time to dress up your backyard and host your friends to a cool summer evening. Never fear if you’re new to entertaining, experienced party planners say. Throwing a party that’s fun,...