Your Money and You

It is almost December 31, which means there's time left to reduce your tax bill. For taxpayers looking for ways to decrease the amount they may owe Uncle Same, here are three surefire options to make...

How we spend money no longer signify how much we earn. But there are individuals who tend to spend more the higher their income fluctuates. The problem with this habit is that it creates this false sense of...

Banks and credit unions have created products and options strictly for college students. For the student, this makes it easier for them to begin their journey in financial planning. With books, living...

Better watch out...shady financial advisers are on the come-up. The conduct of financial advisers were examined in a revealing report titled "The Market for Financial Misconduct." The report was written by...

Dr. Roshawnna Novellus believes people should live the life of their dreams. While individuals live out their daily lives, financial burdens can oftentimes affect their wallets - as well as - their mind...

By: Tarra Jackson, financial expert and keynote speaker (@msmadamemoney) Most people that know me know that I love movies! I especially love the romantic comedy, “While You Were Sleeping.” However,...

This isn't new, but, it may have been unheard of up until now. For business owners, borrowing money from traditional banking sources has become a thing of the past. Why? Because of the tedious requirements...

Credit repair companies are everywhere. This line of business is in high demand due to the millions of people who desperately need their credit fixed. Not only do people need their credit scores raised, but...

Whether you are a college student with a part-time job or adult who is working a 9 to 5 and going to school, tuition costs and other education-related expenses can become overwhelming. The good thing is that,...

We look at rich, wealthy individuals and think that they are happy. Having access to money and material things, we automatically assume that their lives are less stressful or exciting. Although money is handy...

By: Holly Hanson, founder of Harmony Financial Strategies  For LGBT couples, modern families and society in general, history is being made rapidly. After state after state legally approved marriage...

During the grand opening of Gocha Salon in Midtown Atlanta this past Saturday (Aug. 15), arguably the most iconic figure in the hair care industry was in attendance. John Paul Dejoria, who's net worth an...

By: Bryan S. Slovon, CEO of Stuart Financial Group After a lifetime of earning and saving, one might expect a comfortable and financially secure retirement, especially with a reliable financial advisor...

Thought we'd share this article on parents co-signing for credit cards for their kids. Please read it and if you or someone you know is guilty of it, maybe you can help stop this from...

Investment Advisor Seeks To Debunk Myths About Women And Finances By: Cynthia Fick, author and financial advisor   It’s a perplexing situation. Women control half of the wealth in the United...

Are Businesses Too Timid With Their Growth Plans? Corporate Development Expert Says CEOs & Entrepreneurs Shouldn’t Sell Their Vision Short By: Cameron Herold, author and business development...

By Jim Chilton, CEO, SOFA.org At my fifth and last child’s high school graduation, I settled into a seat next to a gentleman who was the father of another graduate. When the ceremony ended, most of...

How To Be Your Own Economic Quarterback - You Need To Be The MVP Every Year, Financial Planner Says By: Bryan S. Slovon, CEO and financial planner   After a lifetime of earning and saving, one...

Sibling Rivalries And Old Grudges Can Surface When Money Is On The Line, Family Wealth Guru Says By: John Pankauski, attorney/author   The recently deceased don’t always ingratiate themselves...

  By: Cynthia Fick, investment advisor and author   It’s a perplexing situation. Women control half of the wealth in the United States, yet studies have shown that many of them are...

For individuals who support various 501(c)(3) charitable organizations, you can now donate at your local convenient store or retailer. The Alzheimer's Foundation of America, The American Heart...

By: Brad Berger, Owner of Cornerstone Financial Strategies, LLC. It’s human to feel envious when a neighbor drives up in an expensive new car or posts photos online of a two-week European vacation. But...

A recent online survey hosted by Upromise by Sallie Mae suggests that teens and their parents are more concerned about how college will be paid for. Instead of concentrating on making good grades in school...

As much as people flash stacks of cash and designer labels on Instagram or Twitter, things are not what it seems. That's a #FACT. Either they are lying or have a great job because most Gen Yers (Millennials)...

By: Jasmine York, contributing writer (@jasmineyorkthewriter) A study done by the Citizen’s Financial Group reveals that about 70% of former students worry that they don’t have the necessary financial...

FINANCE EXPERTISE: How couples can stop fighting about money... By: Jordan Niefeld, CPA, CFP Are you constantly worried about all the bickering and blaming when it comes to money within your relationship?...

By: Jasmine York (@jasmineyorkthewriter), contributing writer Maybe you would like to earn extra cash to splurge on a big getaway for spring break? Maybe you could use extra money to quickly pay down some...

Everything nowadays is about convenience and the ability to do something a lot easier. This is true especially with banking. Instead of logging onto your favorite banking app, now banks are offering you ways...

In the span of one's life, incidents will occur that will have an impact on your finances. It's inevitable. But, are we able to recognize those life triggers? Are we able to anticipate those incidents and make...

By: Jordan Niefeld, CPA,CFP® With April 15th fast approaching, all taxpayers should keep a few things in mind with trying to minimize what they owe to Uncle Sam. Always Always Always double check your...