That title is pretty sensational, but there are indications in the American economy that credit scores are going to be very important in the era of coronavirus and COVID-19. That’s not based on speculation; mortgage lenders across America are reconsidering their FICO score requirements for home loan approval, making scores in the mid to upper …
Every year, one of my goals is “Try something new.” I just didn’t know that in 2020, that would be living through a global pandemic and I would be writing about financial tips during a pandemic. Right now, my state is one that isn’t in a formal shelter-in-place situation, but we’re definitely close, and I …
Why are people hoarding toilet paper during the coronavirus outbreak? This is a phenomenon that is not uncommon in situations that require restricted movement, quarantines, or other unusual measures to contain a problem like a viral outbreak. There is a lot of derision over the panic buying of hand sanitizer, face masks, and toilet paper…what …
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It can be difficult to establish a hierarchy of savings. What should come first when you are paying yourself? Three basic areas represent parts of your life that need financial attention; your retirement fund, your money set aside for emergencies, and debt repayment. The last one doesn’t sound like you are paying yourself–at first. But …
Good news if you need to find FUN money challenge games to help save money in 2020–the only real limit is your imagination. How much you save is only one consideration for some money challenges in 2020, getting more value out of your money is also a concern. Some people like to take the word …