Colombia has an old stigma as a beautiful yet dangerous place to visit. Tourism is booming as there is so much culture and depth to this country. I strongly suggest staying at the Bogota Bed & Breakfast Inn. Location: Nestled in cozy middle class Teusaquillo near the airport, downtown and the Bogota Botanical Garden. Downtown is 15 minutes and a…read more →
Did you know that making small changes on a credit report and how you use your available credit lines can make BIG differences in your scores? Here are 10 things every consumer should know about credit: 1. Paid Tax Liens can be Removed Paid (Released or satisfied) federal tax liens can be deleted from a credit report and all other…read more →
Most children are now in the middle of the school year. Unfortunately, most schools don’t teach kids how to budget, spend or how to grasp the value of money. 1. Start early: A 2013 Cambridge U. study found that by the age of 7 (1st grade) most children grasped how money works and ‘core behaviors” they take into adulthood. Teach…read more →
Free money? Seems to good to be true but when it comes to funding your child’s education it can be reality. Colleges control over 95% of the money that students receive every year. Apply to at least 10 schools: We have students apply to 10, get into 6 then leverage one school versus another. Go back and visit your top…read more →
The year’s end is hectic between the holidays, parties and kids being home from school. It’s easy to get off track during the 4th quarter. Follow these 6 tips and with a little time and effort your 2019 finances will be more organized and less stressful. Organize your paperwork: It’s hard to feel in control when you can’t find anything. …read more →
If there’s one place I love to visit it is ‘old country’, Sicily that is. If there is one destination that is ‘bucket list worthy’ it is Sicily. Taormina: Sicily’s greatest resort, Taormina was built on a cliff overlooking the Ionian Sea. With great shopping and panoramic views of the sea and Mount Etna, Taormina is a must for Sicily visitors….read more →
If your parents are getting older and have begun to develop medical problems, now may be a good time to accompany them on their doctor’s visits. The following tips can help you make the most out of those visits. 1. Look for signs: If they can’t remember what happened on their last visit or the reason for medications, it’s probably…read more →
After a tenten-day visit, I can say that London is a fantastic place to visit however it can burn a hole in your wallet or purse. Today’s exchange rate is about $1.30 US dollars for every 1 pound (Lb). Check out these 6 FREE must see options below: 1. The British Museum: Ranked #15 of top 25 places to visit…read more →
Six out of ten American’s will make some type of financial based new year’s resolution for 2019. Usually, there’s a triggering event like receiving your December 2018 credit card bill or spousal pressure to name two. Follow these tips: Consolidate Financial accounts: Close 1 or 2 existing financial accounts that you are not tracking or have insignificant monies in. This…read more →
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