Author: Brian Acton
How to read your credit report
Reading your credit report on a regular basis can increase your financial literacy and empower you as a consumer. Because the information in your credit report …
The 8 spookiest credit score myths just in time for Halloween
Unlike fictional ghosts and goblins, your credit score is very real and inextricably tied to your financial health. But, there are plenty of misconceptions out there …
3 ways your credit affects your insurance coverage
If you think your credit score only comes in handy when applying for loans and credit cards, think again. Your credit can affect your insurance policies, …
Generic or brand-name? How to decide at the pharmacy
Whether you’re shopping for over-the-counter drugs or filling a prescription, generic medications at the pharmacy are often a fraction of the price of their brand-name counterparts. …
Stay in the know & save with these newspaper subscription deals
The rise of digital media has rocked the American newspaper, with dwindling subscriptions and shrinking ad revenue a constant concern for the industry. Ironically, the speed …
The ultimate guide to disputing mistakes on your credit report
The information in your credit report directly affects your financial wellbeing. It’s no wonder you should be paying attention to your credit score — it helps …
9 ways to save on over-the-counter drugs
Over-the-counter medications are useful for managing pain, alleviating symptoms and preparing your household for illness. But OTC products aren’t usually covered by insurance, and they can …
8 reasons you need to pay attention to your credit score
Your credit score affects many important aspects of your life, from your personal finances to your ability to work and live where you want. Having a …
8 ways to save on prescription drugs
With health insurance coverage, prescription copays and out of pocket costs fluctuate based on the type of drug and the plan itself. Without coverage, you’re 100 …
A beginners guide to reading (& understanding) a hospital bill
Whether it was a planned procedure or an unplanned emergency, a hospital visit is often a disorienting and stressful experience — and that’s before you receive …
8 money moves for when you expect one baby … but find out you’re having two (or three)
Planning for the financial impact of a single baby is challenging. But if you just learned you’re having twins, triplets or more, you may be wondering …
