Who does Morningstar say offers the best target-date retirement investment funds?
Our thanks to Morningstar. Click here to read the latest research ratings report about the best target-date retirement funds.
Archive for November, 2009
Could garlic be a better investment than gold or silver? Will chewing garlic help prevent H1N1 swine flu?
Our thanks to The Independent and Andy McSmith. Click to read informational article.
Does Google offer a free phone service? Where can I learn more about Google Voice free phone service?
Our thanks to consumer advocate Clark Howard. Howard has a good bird dog nose for searching out free stuff. There is a waiting list to be sent an invitation from Google to join Voice. If you know someone who is a current Google Voice subscriber, they may be able to send you an invitation. Read [...]
What information does Google have about me? How to find out what information Google has about us
Our thanks to consumer advocate Clark Howard for this heads-up about how to learn what information Google is storing about us. Or at least what information they are telling us they know about us.
Google is making it possible for people to log on and see what information the company has about them. It’s part of [...]
How can I teach my kids about money?
Our thanks to Dolans.com. Click here to read complete article.
Is Glyde.com the new Ebay for Dummies? What is Glyde.com?
Our thanks to consumer advocate Clark Howard for a brief description of Glyde.com below. Please keep in mind the new website Glyde.com is in beta testing. Proceed cautiously with use of any new website. Click anywhere in this first paragraph to read complete descriptive article about Glyde.com published this date, November 17, 2009 in the [...]
How can I know if my bank or credit union is solvent and safe?
Our thanks to Bankrate.com for providing this bank/thrift, and credit union rating guide. Enter the first three letters of the name of your bank, thrift, or credit union to see how they are rated by Bankrate. Click here to link directly to Bankrate rating page.
How to save money on life’s necessities
Our thanks to Dolans.com. Click here to read complete informative, and helpful article.
How can I protect myself from identity theft? What should I do if my identity is stolen?
Our thanks to consumer advocate Clark Howard:
To protect yourself from becoming a victim:
• Don’t carry a checkbook. Pay by cash or credit card.
• Don’t carry your Social Security card with you or use your Social Security number as your driver’s license number.
• Buy a paper shredder. Shred any documents listing your Social Security number and [...]
How to pay less for anything
Our thanks to Jeff Yeager and the UltimateCheapskate.com
Pay Less for Anything
Fork over full price? Never. America’s top penny pincher shares his secrets on how to bargain for big savings on everything from dental work to digital cameras.
When Glyndalyn Willard’s beloved and much-used sewing machine stitched its last seam, she started calling around to find out [...]