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Insured Or Not Insured
So, you feel your cash is safe and protected when you walk through the door of the bank, much safer than when you kept it under your mattress. And you should. BUT, are your funds all covered by FDIC insurance?... [MORE]
Common Features of Prepaid Tuition Plans & College Savings Plans
One of the biggest advantages of 529 plans over other college savings options are the tax advantages they offer. Earnings grow tax-free and withdrawals also are tax-free for qualified education expenses.... [MORE]
Payday Loans Equal Very Costly Cash: Consider Alternatives
The ads are on the radio, television, the Internet, even in the mail. They refer to payday loans, cash advance loans, check advance loans, post-dated check loans, or deferred deposit loans. The Federal Trade Commission, the nation's consumer protectio... [MORE]
Do Not Call Registry
The federal government's National Do Not Call Registry is a free and easy way to reduce telemarketing calls to your home.... [MORE]
STRAIGHT TALK TIP OF THE DAY
Identity theft: The act of stealing your good name to commit fraud. You can minimize your risk by managing your personal information wisely, cautiously and with heightened sensitivity. Here’s how.
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