Tech gear is expensive, so it’s no wonder that consumers are always on the lookout for bargains and markdowns on expensive gadgets like tablets. Sometimes, a small retailer might try to move inventory of an older model to make way for a new version, and it marks down prices.While there are deals … [Read more...] about How to avoid buying counterfeit tech gadgets
5 affordable photo gifts your family will love
We are a photo-loving generation, aren’t we? What’s often lost in our digital world of photo sharing via text or upload, however, are printed photographs. You remember those, right? The ones in frames, in photo albums, in your wallet? Because we tend to forget about all those great photos sitting … [Read more...] about 5 affordable photo gifts your family will love
The 4 scariest things on your credit report
Think you’re safe from creepy credit? Think again. There may be things lurking on your credit report that you least expected. That’s why it’s so important to check on it at least once a year (it’s free, via annualcreditreport.com), so that you won’t get a spooky surprise. Even better, because there … [Read more...] about The 4 scariest things on your credit report
5 surprising things hurting your credit score
Several factors come into play when calculating your credit score. According to FICO.com, your credit score is affected by five major elements, in this order of importance: payment history, amounts owed, length of credit history, new credit and types of credit used.That said, here are some … [Read more...] about 5 surprising things hurting your credit score
Free apps that help you save money
We all aspire to make wiser decisions when it comes to spending, but we can use a little help from time to time. Put your smart phone to good financial use by downloading these money-saving apps that’ll take the guess work out of finding great deals, scoring sales, or taking advantage of coupons and … [Read more...] about Free apps that help you save money