How to Ask for a Discount (and actually get it!)
Can we all agree that everything is getting more expensive? Whether it's your credit card interest rate, cell phone bill, or cable subscription, the costs have ALL gone up. Here is your step-by-step script on how to ask for a discount.
Got a debt hangover from the holidays? Here’s how to get over it
The Holidays are over, but now the credit cards bills have arrived 💸 Here are the Top 5 tips to help you shake off those credit card blues and get back on track.
The 2 Ways to Kiss Your Debt Goodbye: Snowball vs. Avalanche Methods
The journey to financial freedom starts by paying off debt. There are 2 methods, the Snowball method and the Avalanche method, see how they can help you to achieve financial freedom.
Top 3 Money Fears and How to Tackle Them
Three of our five women are worried about money. The three areas that they are concerned about are paying down credit card debt, saving for an emergency and having enough for retirement. Check out this piece to learn how to tackle these fears and take control of your money.
Can lipstick be an economic indicator?
An economic indicator provides insight about the state of an economy and whether it is in expansion or contraction. Besides GDP, employment figures, here are 3 non-traditional indicators that showcase consumer confidence - Lipstick, Men’s Underwear and Waffle House indicators.
What is the difference between a charge card and a credit card
They may look identical, but charge cards and credit cards are surprisingly different financial tools. Both allow you to make a purchase without using cash, but the real difference is when the bill comes.
How to get preapproved for a mortgage
As you navigate the home-buying process mortgage pre-approval is an important part of this process. If you are pre-approved, it means that a lender has stated that you qualify for a mortgage loan based on the information you have provided. Although not a required step, it is helpful as it can give you a clearer picture of how much house you may be able to afford.
What is a Credit Score?
Having a good credit score and the ability to effectively managing your money can help you in the short and long term.
How to ask for a discount
Asking for a discount from your credit card company is not hard, just follow this script
What is a line of credit?
Lines of Credit (LOCs) can be a great way to quickly get your hands on cash, but there are pros and cons.
How to pay off a mortgage faster
I went to my first mortgage burning party, here is what I learned about paying off a mortgage sooner
What Happens if You Only Make the Minimum Credit Card Payment
This got me thinking about what happens if you only pay off the minimum on your credit card…
When Is It a BAD Idea to Take a Store Credit Card
So there I was in my favourite clothing store in Fairview, and when I was ready to pay, the gal behind the counter said a few magic words: “Would you like to save an extra 20% today by applying for a [enter store name here] credit card?”