There is an increased interest in using green technologies in and around the home not only to give the environment a break but to also save money on a larger scale. A common choice in reducing the costs around the home is by installing solar panels. A household can see drastic changes in their electricity [...]
Technology seems to be on everyone’s Christmas list in some capacity. From the latest and greatest tech gadgets to the beloved devices people can barely live without these days, technology can cost big bucks. If you are looking to accommodate the wish lists of your family and friends, there are ways to buy quality gadgets [...]
Although you may hear more and more about people cutting the cable or ditching cable TV, there is still a large trend of people disconnecting their home phone service from the phone company. Most people have a cell phone, and it is by their side 24 hours a day. In most cases each family member [...]
1. No Contract = Freedom The biggest advantage of going prepaid is there is no two-year contract. Your plan is flexible. Talking more one month and less the next makes no difference and most plans allow for roll over minutes from month to month. For those who are commitment shy or who frequently switch phones [...]
Identity theft has been an ongoing problem for consumers for decades. Often going hand-in-hand with identity theft is credit card fraud, both of which can have significant and devastating effects on your personal finances. When a thief gets their hands on your personal information, it can start a domino affect causing problems in all areas [...]
Consumers are gearing up for the holiday season with mixed emotions. Many people simply love this time of year and all hustle and bustle that accompany it. Others find themselves increasingly anxious wondering how they will fit added expenses into a budget that is already stretched to the limit. Criminals count on these heightened emotions [...]
Child identity theft is a common crime. It’s fairly easy for a criminal to steal a child’s identity because of how long the scam can go on before there is any reason to suspect it. Social security numbers are obtained when a child is born, but it really isn’t until the child is old enough [...]
Despite hundreds, if not thousands of articles offering advice on how to avoid scams, consumers are still vulnerable to age old tricks used to gain easy access to their money. This is especially true in the current economy where many people are fighting a daily battle just to get by. Ironically it is often the [...]
With the amount of technology available through small handheld phone devices, it is not totally surprising that cellular phone bills are a little pricey. But it is some of the not-so-fancy phones that are racking up high charges for consumers. Personal finance experts say consumers are constantly overspending on cellular service, with the average consumer [...]
Most of you know that prepaid phone cards are used to pay for phone calls in advance. For each card you purchase, it will have a set number of calling minutes for you to use. The number of minutes will depend on the amount you pay for the phone card. You can continue using calling [...]
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