The New Credit Card Problem: A College Education
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Amidst the many financial and economic discussions happening around the United States, there is a serious issue lurking right around the corner.   Although mortgage rates are around their all time low and consumer borrowing appears …

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Your Taxes Will Go Up If Earn Less Than $250,000
January 30, 2012 – 6:29 pm | 5 Comments
Your Taxes Will Go Up If Earn Less Than $250,000

I watched the second half of the State of the Union last week.   Needless to say that after listening to the program and then all of the commentary after, it confirmed in my head how …

How Business Credit Cards Affect Your Personal Credit
January 25, 2012 – 11:25 am | No Comment
How Business Credit Cards Affect Your Personal Credit

Forming a new LLC, S-Corp, or C-Corp can be intimidating. Not only will you have to navigate the fees, taxes, and filing requirements, but also learn how to build credit history from scratch for this …

The Words We Don’t Want To Hear: “You May Need To Save More”
January 23, 2012 – 11:53 am | One Comment
The Words We Don’t Want To Hear: “You May Need To Save More”

I really think over the next five years the whole notion of retirement planning is going to change.   The X and Y generation don’t think about retirement the way their parents or grandparents did.   Since …

It’s Saturday Night And There Is No Recession
January 19, 2012 – 2:13 pm | No Comment
It’s Saturday Night And There Is No Recession

My wife and I decided we would go out for dinner this past Saturday night.   She’s always telling me that you’ve got to make a reservation on Saturday night because things get busy and we’ll …

Suze Orman’s New Prepaid Debit Card – Is it really a good thing for consumers?
January 17, 2012 – 12:28 pm | 10 Comments
Suze Orman’s New Prepaid Debit Card – Is it really a good thing for consumers?

It’s official.   Suze Orman is now in the game of selling financial products to consumers.    This past week she launched her new card called “The Approved Card” which is supposed to be a low cost …

Your Kid Has An I-Phone. . Who Pays The Data Plan?
January 13, 2012 – 1:03 pm | No Comment
Your Kid Has An I-Phone. . Who Pays The Data Plan?

I’m pretty sure Apple can’t be hurting even though Steve Jobs is not at the helm anymore.   My kid’s went back to school last week and mentioned to meet the glut of Apple products that …

How Much Should I Leave For A Tip?
January 11, 2012 – 12:40 pm | One Comment
How Much Should I Leave For A Tip?

Even though I have workaholic issues, I did manage to do a few fun things with my family over the holidays.   We caught some movies, saw an Atlanta Hawks basketball game, went to the Peach …

Should You Sell Your Business Now?
January 9, 2012 – 11:32 am | No Comment
Should You Sell Your Business Now?

If you have owned a business for a long period of time and were considering selling, 2012 may be year for you find a buyer to take over your shop.   The Presidential election and many …

When Are Companies Going To Learn To Just Shoot Straight?
January 6, 2012 – 1:23 pm | No Comment
When Are Companies Going To Learn To Just Shoot Straight?

I’m excited that 2012 is here and consumers are starting to realize that they can win the money battle when they know something is just flat out wrong with a new offering from their provider.    …

Should I Refinance My Mortgage?
January 4, 2012 – 11:34 am | 2 Comments
Should I Refinance My Mortgage?

These past couple of years many clients have asked about whether or not they should refinance their mortgage.    Along with people who have never refinanced, those that did even 18 months ago may be licking …

FIVE Great Financial New Year’s Resolutions
January 2, 2012 – 11:58 am | No Comment
FIVE Great Financial New Year’s Resolutions

1). Start A Holiday Savings Account!  Now that the official New Year has begun, set up an automatic savings plan from your pay stub or an automatic transfer from your checking account into a separate …

THE HARD TRUTH ABOUT INCOME TAXES
January 1, 2012 – 1:11 pm | One Comment
THE HARD TRUTH ABOUT INCOME TAXES

People think the whole income tax debate is political.  With the debt we’ve racked up as a country, it’s now become a financial issue.   Watch the hard truth on why you better start paying attention …