Month: May 2012

Tips On How To Avoid Credit Fraud

There are a total of about 610 million credit cards held today by U.S. consumers. That amounts to 3.5 per cardholder. The number continues to grow, and unfortunately so has the number of credit card fraud cases. In the past five years, one out of four Americans was a victim of identity theft, making it […]
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A Quick Guide To Mutual Funds

This is a two part series. Please click here for part 2! Investors enjoy selecting individual investments and monitoring their progress on a regular basis. This can be rewarding and fun if you have the time, experience and patience to research your investments and monitor their progress. Like many people, you may already have a […]
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Tips To Save Money At The Pump

Hawaii consistently has the highest gas prices in the country, with a current average cost at $4.57 per gallon. Although we directly can’t control the price of gasoline at the pump, we can take steps to lower our usage. Here are some steps to take to save money on gas by driving more efficiently and […]
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Tips For Couples Talking Finances

 Finances are an important but often neglected topic in relationships. Studies have shown that money is the No. 1 reason why couples argue, yet talking about it is surprisingly a low priority. According to Fidelity Investments, less than half of couples manage household finances together and only 38 percent talk openly about retirement planning. It […]
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