Category Archives: Saving
Growing Government Deficit Could Mean Higher Tax Bill for Atlanta Consumers
For some debt-riddled homeowners, the only way to make owning a home affordable is being able to take the mortgage interest deduction. But now it looks like Uncle Sam could revoke that tax break and similar deductions to pay for his own debts. With the government deficit growing, President Obama has appointed a commission aimed… Read More »
Government Debt Could Mean Disappearing Tax Breaks for Struggling Chicago Residents
Paying taxes is tough enough as it is. But now popular tax credits could disappear thanks to Uncle Sam’s overspending. According to MSNBC.com, there’s a federal commission currently looking at ways to lower the government deficit – including doing away with breaks like the child tax credit or mortgage interest deduction. Eliminating those credits could… Read More »
Atlanta Shoppers Can Save Money With Freebies This Holiday Season
What’s the scariest thing about Halloween night? For some folks, it’s the realization that there are still two more major holidays to go before the season of spending is over. A Halloween costume and a bucket of candy probably won’t bust your budget. But between food and drinks, parties and presents, what’s supposed to be… Read More »
Chicago Shoppers Take Advantage of Free Offers Over the Holidays
Holidays are all fun and games – until you have to pay for them. Halloween seems to kick off a spending spree that doesn’t stop until January. Between candy, food, parties, and gifts, it might seem like you only have two choices – partake and wind up with a mountain of debt, or save money… Read More »
Rise of Zero Percent Introductory Rate Cards Motivates Atlanta Consumers to Improve Credit
Tired of paying 15% or more annual interest on your credit cards? If you’ve been taking care of your credit, you might be able to do something about it. After a couple years’ hiatus, the coveted 0% introductory rate credit card is back, according to a story in Smart Money. If you’ve got good credit… Read More »