Spooktacular Cyber Safety Tips to Keep Your Finances Fright-Free
October is Cyber Security Awareness Month, making it the perfect time to take stock of your cyber protections.
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Experts Say Viewing Your Car as an Investment Can Improve Your Finances
Rather than seeing your vehicle as a piece of equipment that needs to be replaced frequently, like a cellphone, for example, it may be smarter to treat your car as a long-term asset that you can feel comfortable owning and driving for years, which could save you thousands of dollars.
April Is Financial Literacy Month: Key Principles to Know While Navigating Finances
Here are some key principles of financial literacy determined by the Federal Financial Literacy and Education Commission that you should be aware of this Financial Literacy Month.
Safeguarding Your Finances: A Guide to Protecting Yourself from Fraud
New technologies are helping protect individuals from scams before they even happen. And by taking a few simple steps, you can ensure your transactions and personal information are kept secure.
What Every Newlywed Should Know About Finances
February is the month of love and one of the most popular times of year for couples to get engaged. According to a recent study, 36% of respondents said Valentine’s Day is the most romantic day to propose. If you’re about to get married or just walked down the aisle, here are five things to…
Pandemic Make You More Concerned About Finances? You’re Not Alone
The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted nearly every aspect of people’s lives and, as it turns out, it also impacted their feelings about financial security and life insurance. In a national survey commissioned by Erie Insurance: • Two-thirds of respondents (66%) said the pandemic made them more concerned about their financial security than they were before. •…
Faith, Family & Finances 
By Contributing Writer James L. Marshall, Jr., Financial Advisor, Financial Educator & Author One you choose, one you are born into, and the other you earn (well most of us have to earn it). First is faith. Faith is the assurance that the things revealed and promised in the Word are true, even though unseen,…
5 Tips To Help You Take Control of Your Finances
By d-mars.com News Provider Many people are reassessing goals in light of the turmoil of the last year. There is a renewed focus on gaining control of finances, especially through increased saving and getting professional advice. Even Americans who did not lose work lost a sense of confidence in the economy. A new survey by…
4 Ways To Protect Your Finances and Investments in 2021
By d-mars.com News Provider Finances are consistently a top concern for many Americans, with “saving money” a top-10 most common New Year’s resolution. This year, Americans are more concerned than ever before due to the uncertainty created by the COVID-19 pandemic. USE Credit Union reported that more than 75% of non-transactional calls received since the…
Financial Planning Month: 5 things you can do to take the fear out of your finances
October is Financial Planning Month, so there is no better time to face your financial fears and make actionable changes to get yourself on track when it comes to managing your money. While nearly half of Americans (47 percent) find the prospect of financial planning scary, it doesn’t have to be. If you find…
2024 SHIBA Report Urges Action as Black Homeownership Faces Critical Challenges
According to a report, systemic barriers continue to inhibit Black Americans from building generational wealth through homeownership.
New Study: Over 1 in 4 Americans Hit Their Limit on the Prices of Household Staples
Pricing pressures have caused Americans to pull back, with over six in 10 (62%) saying their ‘purchasing power’ and income in relation to prices is decreasing.
Don’t Let the Holiday Season Set You Up for Debt in 2025
Here’s how to celebrate the season in style while positioning yourself for a financially healthy 2025.
Houston ISD Announces Bond Oversight Committee Members
Houston Independent School District named the members of the Bond Oversight Committee on Thursday, October 10.
7 Tips to Help Protect You from Financial Fraud
Here are seven ideas to help you avoid falling prey to financial fraud.
Inflation Hits Lowest Level Since Pandemic as Consumer Prices Stabilize
With inflation now easing to pre-pandemic levels, the latest data suggests that while some price pressures remain.
60% of Americans Say Their Network Opens Doors to Moneymaking
Many Americans see the power of personal connections as a key to unlocking moneymaking opportunities.
How Homeowners and Renters Should Respond After a Natural Disaster
In observance of National Preparedness Month, experts are offering homeowners and renters these tips for how to respond when disaster strikes.