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1) Slash Costs. 2) Maintain Quality. 3) Pocket the Difference. This is the theme of our Spend Less, How To Budget and Budget Cutters sections. We feature a free, easy 5-step budget plan coupled with savings of up to 90% on items and services that we all pay for regularly: Groceries, household supplies, clothing, appliances, electronics, movies, health-related costs, dining out, jewelry & gifts and much more. There are no strings attached, sacrifices involved or the notion of "doing without" to save money. We have simply assembled some of the web's very best deals in one place. More specifically, we concentrate on straight deals, that is, no clubs to join, no recurring fees, no aggravation. Just a free portal to huge savings. In those select cases where a fee does apply (i.e. The Grocery Game), the benefits far outweigh the minuscule cost. On the income side, we focus on traditional employment and legitimate Work-At-Home opportunities to earn extra money in your spare time or to even replace your current job. Most importantly, we have pre-weeded out the junk, fluff and scams. This web site does not advertise or endorse "Get-Rich-Quick" schemes. They are a waste of time and money and thus, the antithesis of our financial philosophy. We are not handing out magic wands or winning lotto tickets. Rather, we are showing the path to professionally written programs for increasing your income on your own time. All of these programs feature a minimal out of pocket cost, money-back guarantee and require no prior experience. The tools are there but as with any worthwhile venture, your rewards will correspond with your efforts. In "Live Better", we spotlight fun, hobbies, recreation, relaxation and free valuable resources on the web. |
| Check Your Credit Report Did you know that under federal law, everyone is entitled to a free credit report once per year from all three reporting agencies, with no strings attached? It is vital that you check your credit report annually and verify that all information is correct. There are absolutely no fees or charges. Click here to get your reports or call 1-877-322-8228. Warning: Along the way, the individual credit reporting agencies will attempt to sell you optional products, such as ongoing credit monitoring programs. You do not need to make any purchase to receive your free annual credit reports. |
| Credit Card Debt: The Real Financial Killer Nothing kills a budget like excessive credit card debt. It is all things bad: Outrageous interest rates, drain on cash flow, negative credit rating and the emotional baggage of paying for things in the past. Current statistics show that the average U.S. household carrying a credit card debt is carrying an average balance of nearly $17,000. To make matters worse, in a weak economy such as we are, credit card companies are tightening their belts even further on customers: Lowering credit limits at a moment's notice as well as raising interest rates in response to late payments. If you are making only the minimum payments on your credit cards, you may not pay off your balances for 20, 30 years or more. Such is the case that your credit card debt may very well outlive you. If you are in a position to refinance your home with a cash-out option, this may be the best available option to escape the strangling credit card debt. You will save a ton on money on your monthly payments due to today's low mortgage rates and your interest may be tax-deductible, saving you a great deal more. Whether or not refinancing your mortgage is an option, there is help for you. CreditCards.com is the all-in-one free source for information. This site allows you to comparison shop your current cards for better deals concerning interest rates, credit limits and cash-back options. There is also a mountain of helpful information, credit card calculators, worksheets and advice tailored to your specific situation. Anyone who is serious about improving their financial outlook needs to take a long hard look at their credit card situation and take steps to improve it immediately. |
| Pay It Forward Our web site is designed to help people improve their financial lives immediately. If you follow through and find yourself in a much better position, please consider giving a little to those who do not have the same wherewithal. The United Way, The American Red Cross, The American Cancer Society and The National MS Society are just a few of the many worthwhile charities dedicated to helping people in immediate need. Your contributions will be tax-deductible in most cases and you will be performing the greatest service of all: Helping someone who cannot help themselves. |
| Protect Children Online The internet is a vast, wondrous source of education, entertainment, shopping and convenience. Unfortunately, it can also be a dangerous playground for children and minors regarding sexual predators, bullies, harassers and ill-intended marketers. If your child is under legal age, it is imperative that you continually monitor their online time to keep them safe and maximize the value of their internet experience. EnoughisEnough is one of the definitive sources for online child safety. Featuring a wealth of free information and tips for parents, this web site is dedicated to minimizing the risks for all concerned. Founded in 1994, this organization offers over 100 videos to educate parents and guardians on how to protect their young loved ones. EnoughisEnough has been featured on numerous national broadcasts and offers an Internet Safety 101 Quiz to quickly test your safety savvy. Another excellent source of child safety information is the F.B.I's Parent's Guide to Internet Safety. Here you will find valuable tips, tools and ways to report any suspected foul play immediately. There is help for people of all ages and advice for avoiding and reporting on internet scams and other shady behavior. |
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| Free Money Management Software Mint.com is a free online service which keeps track of all of your financial accounts in one convenient place. That is, all of your bank accounts, credit cards, loans, assets, etc. This is most helpful as it eliminates the need to sign onto each of your individual account web sites to check your transactions. But Mint has more powerful features as well. The built-in budget program allows you to set up goals for each of your spending categories and then compares them to your actual transactions to show your progress. In addition, the outstanding reports include spending by category and by merchant, regardless of whether it is a cash or charge transaction. There are many other features, such as customizable alerts and personalized advice. Mint will also analyze your accounts, along with your spending habits and automatically suggest better alternative deals for each. This is a wonderful service in and of itself and is completely free. Your information is safe as it is password protected and the site uses bank-level encryption security. There is also a smartphone app, which ties into your Mint account, enabling you to quickly check all of your accounts and transactions from anywhere. |

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| Your Government is your Friend Many people have a negative or apathetic view of our federal government and with good reason: They've run up a $14,000,000,000,000.00 debt, yet continue to make fiscal policy for us. Although they are an excellent example of "How Not to Budget", the fact remains they are a valuable resource for consumer rights information. The Federal Reserve System and the Internal Revenue Service web sites provide valuable data and tips concerning consumers rights, credit matters and tax information. |

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