Whether it's Venmo, PayPal or Apple Pay, peer-to-peer payment apps have quickly risen in popularity over the last few years. While they create convenience for consumers, they also create a new target for fraudsters. And because payment apps do not have the same consumer protection as bank accounts, such as FDIC insurance, money stolen through a payment app cannot be recovered.
It's no secret that a college education is expensive, and the price tag can be intimidating for parents as well as students. With scholarships, the cost of education can be significantly reduced. Getting your application noticed is key. In recognition of National Scholarship Month in November, here are five tips for completing scholarship applications for students.
5 Financial New Year's Resolutions & How To Fulfill Them
The beginning of the year is the prime time to focus on what's going on with your money. Here are five financial resolutions to set, along with tips on how to keep them.
One key ingredient to saving more money is to eliminate debt. To help consumers cut down on debt in the new year, here are 7 tips on how to pay down debt faster.
Make a Commitment to Stronger Finances This Valentine's Day
Valentine's Day is one of the first things many people think about in February as they prepare to celebrate the ones they love and the relationship commitments they'e made. This February, we encourage consumers to consider also making a commitment to stronger finances.
In 1789, Benjamin Franklin famously said, “Nothing is certain but death and taxes.” Not to be outdone, Albert Einstein shared this observation on taxes: The hardest thing to understand in the world is the income tax.” Sadly, those sentiments will likely always ring true. With a new year upon us, it' time to start preparing to file your income taxes.
Give Your Credit Some Love With the Avalanche Method
Eliminating debt is one of the best ways you can improve your credit score. If you are feeling smothered by debt, there are simple strategies that can help you dig your way out, such as the avalanche method.
