Although the current recession presents obvious financial problems for many Americans and is affecting other markets worldwide, the comparisons between this economic crisis and the Great Depression tend to be more misleading and perhaps dramatic, than accurate. A few examples of this would be the unemployment rate. During the Great Depression the unemployment rate was […]

You may have seen stories in the news lately about the Financial Reform Bill, but still might be confused about what it all means, especially when it comes to your financial situation. Though the bill would cause some changes it might not affect your financial situation or any loans you may have taken out immediately. […]

Do you ever feel like you should be getting rewarded for staying loyal to your favorite stores? Maybe you can and don’t even know it! Countless stores and other businesses are starting to use rewards programs to lure customers in and forge a loyal relationship. One famous café that has a rewards program is Starbucks! […]