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Facebook's Timeline is Being Pushed to All Users

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 07:37:35 -0600

Facebook's Timeline is a new profile format that displays all of your postings in chronological order, making it easier to see items from the past. While the Timeline has been optional since the middle of December, it will now replace the current profile page for all users. Over the next several weeks, everyone will be switched to the Timeline.

Popular Credit Card Gimmicks

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 07:14:47 -0600

In this report, we examine which popular features may provide useful tools and which may be gimmicks to entice you to run a balance on a card and thus provide more profit to the card issuer.

Got Credit Card Debt?

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 06:22:01 -0600

So you got these cool credit cards! Lots of nice reward benefits and cool pictures of you and your friends on the front of the card! Life is pretty good. Free money all around...or so you think.

Thinking of Using a Prepaid Debit Card?

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 09:23:44 -0600

Prepaid debit cards are being touted as a way to manage your money and stay out of debt. With a prepaid debit card, you can only spend the amount of money that is on the card. But that's good, isn't it? Maybe. These cards can be more expensive than you think. These cards may be useful for travel or providing funds for a college student. Some people use them to help them budget.

Making Important Financial Resolutions for 2012?

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 08:54:42 -0600

Here's a question on everyone's mind: After several tough years, will the economic picture improve in 2012? Things can improve for your personal finances—and your family's—if you adopt three powerful resolutions for this new year.

Want to Turn Six Bucks Into A Million?

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 06:37:32 -0600

Would you save six bucks every day if it could make you a million dollars or more at some point?

Well, you can. Even while you sleep!

Is Your Whole Life Going on View on Facebook?

Sat, 17 Dec 2011 17:51:58 -0600

Facebook and Carrier IQ have been making news lately. How does this news impact you? Here's what you need to know. Facebook Timeline is now available to everyone. The Timeline was announced back in September but wasn't available to everyone until now.

Donating to Charity?

Sun, 04 Dec 2011 17:58:24 -0600

During the holiday season, there are many charities asking for donations to help the less fortunate. While there are many legitimate charities that do good work, there are also some phony ones. Here are some tips to help you make sure that your donation benefits the people and organizations you intended.

Older? Are You Alert for These Financial Scams?

Sun, 04 Dec 2011 16:14:42 -0600

Scammers love to target older adults. What makes older adults attractive targets? They are more likely to have "nest eggs," own their home, and have good credit. Many are trusting, good natured, and willing to believe what people tell them. Scams targeting older adults come via the telephone, email, and even the front door.

Didn't Make It To Your Dream Private University?

Sat, 19 Nov 2011 09:04:22 -0600

More and more research shows that even the brightest students get as good or possibly a better college experience in a two year (community) college or four-year state university ...