Credit Card Debt Stands in the Way of The American Dream
Nine out of ten Americans believe the biggest roadblock to achieving financial independence is paying off credit card debt. By the same token, seven …
Retirement
Lifetime Senior U.S. Natl Park Pass Set to Skyrocket
If you are 62 or older it’s time to get off your rocker and grab a lifetime pass to 2,000 U.S. National Parks for …
Elder Abuse Awareness – Share Resources & Report Bad Stuff
Elder financial exploitation is one of the most common and devastating forms of elder abuse. It can destroy the financial security of an older …
Summer Jobs – 4 Common Sense Financial Skills to Build
With every first job, usually a summer job, comes a first paycheck, and that first paycheck is an opportunity for young workers to develop …
8 Ways to Protect Elders From Scams, Fraud & Financial Abuse
Nearly $3 billion is lost annually to scams explicitly targeting seniors. Older Americans currently hold more than two-thirds of all U.S. deposits, making them …
Brand New Retirement Investor Protections — In Your Best Interest
The Department of Labor’s new “best interest” retirement advice rule is now effect. Workers and retirees are now entitled to retirement investment advice that …
Canucks Prefer Fixin Up Their Castles Than Savin Up Cash
One-quarter of Canadians are making financial sacrifices to complete home renovations this summer. As a result of their planned renovations, nearly one-quarter say they …
Consumers Still Want to Reach Out & Touch a Banker Now & Then
Even though digital banking and mobile banking are major trends today, there are still reasons to go a bank or to reach out to …
Older Americans Get Confused and Pissed-Off with Financial Products
Some older consumers on fixed incomes use credit cards to pay for unanticipated large expenses, such as medical needs. Consumers complain about confusion understanding …
Old Farts Represent a Huge $ Market for Alternative Financial Services
The economic buying power of the 50-plus population who are increasingly turning to alternative financial services due to feeling that traditional bank offerings are …
