It's That Time! 15 Common Mistakes You're Making on Your Taxes
Dollars and Sense, Featured Stories, Money
UPDATED June 14th, 2018
If you haven't filed your taxes yet you're not alone. According to the IRS, 20-25% of Americans wait to file until the last two weeks before the April 18 deadline (this year). Let's face it, even if you're getting…
Business as Usual: 10 Summer Jobs for Your Kid
Dollars and Sense, Featured Stories, Money
Updated April 30, 2018
As we approach the end of another school year, it's time to start thinking about summer jobs for the kids. They're an awesome way for teens to contribute to bigger expenses like college or a car and young children can…
6 Steps to Creating a Foundation for Wealth
Dollars and Sense, MoneyUPDATED February 27th, 2018
Creating wealth isn’t as hard or complicated as you might think. It’s not so much about how much money you have, it’s more about using knowledge and systems to leverage your money effectively. There are six…
Student Loans: Tips and Advice
Dollars and Sense, Money
UPDATED February 22th, 2018
There are 1.8 million Latino students in college according to a new study recently released by the Pew Hispanic Center. The blogosphere is abuzz with good feelings about how these students are building good…
Quinceañera Money Savers
Dollars and Sense, Money
UPDATED January 12th, 2018
Having a Quinceañera is a special time, as it commemorates the transition from girl to young woman. The event is usually filled with beautiful gowns, flowers, food, loved ones, and stress about how to pay for…
How to Limit Your Children's College Debt
Dollars and Sense, Money
UPDATED January 12th, 2018
College loans are always a long-term burden but, with the current high level of unemployment, they can be a serious nightmare.
If your kids are approaching college-age, here are a few secrets to help you…
Three Little Words that Can Save You Money
Dollars and Sense, Money
UPDATED November 16th, 2017
There comes a time when you're going to take out a loan. It could be a student loan, car loan, home or home improvement loan. Whichever type you take out, it’s important that you know these three little words…
An Emergency Account: The Most Important $500 of Your Life
Dollars and Sense, MoneyUPDATED November 15th, 2017
Everyone needs to have an Emergency Account with at least $500 in it to deal with the various little emergencies that spring up. No matter how well you plan or how organized you may be, life is unpredictable. Something…
How to Invest in Stocks: A Beginner’s Guide
Dollars and Sense, Money, Slider
If the very words “how to invest in stocks” give you hives because you have no idea how the stock market works or what it means, you’re not alone. In fact, you’re in good company. According to a new Capital One ShareBuilder survey…