Teaching Teens About Money
- January 4, 2017
- By: Greenpath Financial Wellness
We need to focus on teaching teens about spending and saving money. Too many teenagers are not taught the importance of spending and saving.
...Federal Reserve Raises Interest Rate
- December 17, 2016
- By: Greenpath Financial Wellness
As expected, the Federal Reserve raised the benchmark federal funds rate up a quarter point this week, ending a seven year stretch of nearly zero percent rates. So what does that mean to consumers? Credit cards Over time, interest rates could start to rise. It would be wise to start paying some extra attention, and
...How Can My Partner and I Meld Our Money Habits? – NerdWallet
- December 6, 2016
- By: Greenpath Financial Wellness
"Ask Brianna" is a Q&A column from NerdWallet for 20-somethings or anyone else starting out. I'm here to help you manage your money, find a job and pay off student loans — all the real-world stuff no one taught us how to do in college. Send your questions about postgrad life to askbrianna@nerdwallet.com . How...
Don’t Empty Your 401(k) to Pay off Credit Card Debt – Money Magazine
- November 28, 2016
- By: Greenpath Financial Wellness
Q: I have about $9,000 in credit card debt and a little less than that in retirement savings. I plan on working for at least 30 more years. Should I use my retirement money from my 401k to pay off credit card debt, so I am financially stable enough to purchase a home? A: Pulling
...Credit Counseling for New Grads – AJC
- October 31, 2016
- By: Greenpath Financial Wellness
Graduating from college is exciting. It can also be scary financially. From landing a job to paying down student loan debt and building your credit, there are many new aspects of your finances that you’ll need to manage. Don’t worry there are credit counseling options for new grads. As you embark on your post-college life,
...Smart Tips for Choosing a Credit Counselor – NerdWallet
- October 19, 2016
- By: Greenpath Financial Wellness
Four GreenPath financial wellness experts recently sat down with the website Nerdwallet to discuss wise ways to choose a non-profit credit counselor. There are many things to consider when choosing a credit counselor. This is especially true when you’re struggling with debt or need help managing your finances, you have different resources to choose from.
...Fair Credit Billing Act
- September 30, 2016
- By: Greenpath Financial Wellness
The Fair Credit Billing Act (FCBA) gives people the right to dispute errors on accounts, such as credit cards. The creditor must resolve the dispute.
...Car-Buying: 5 Smart Tips – Signature Realty Associates
- September 21, 2016
- By: Greenpath Financial Wellness
Considering buying a new car? Now may be ideal—with new vehicles hitting the showroom floor, dealers are eager to unload outdated models. The smartest way to buy, according to the experts at non-profit GreenPath Financial Wellness, is to have a plan. Their tips: Research – Many people buy cars based on what they look like
...Tips Before Buying A Car
- September 8, 2016
- By: Greenpath Financial Wellness
While auto sales may have cooled this past month, there are still deals are out there for remaining 2016 models. And with 2017 models hitting the showroom floor, now is the time to do your homework, before purchasing that new or used vehicle. Check out these tips before buying a car. GreenPath Financial Wellness, a
...Paying off debt is stressing out New Yorkers – New York Post
- September 3, 2016
- By: Greenpath Financial Wellness
Paying off personal debt is now the leading cause of financial stress in New York, according to a new GOBankingRates.com survey. And consumer advocates say some of the blame must belong to “loan shark” credit card companies — and to the jackboot tactics employed by bankers when borrowers fall behind. They call it “legally sanctioned...
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