How Much Money Should I Keep In My Checking Account?There’s lots of talk in the world of personal finance about how to best manage a savings account. You might read up on financial experts who recommend keeping three to six months’ worth of living expenses in your savings account, or maybe you’ve seen a tip […]
How To Save On Your First Set Of College TextbooksPurchasing every textbook you need for class can take a big bite out of your budget. We’re talking huge amounts here: According to the National Association of College Stores, the average college student spends upward of $80 on each new textbook and can sometimes drop as […]
DO MY MONTHLY BILL PAYMENTS AFFECT MY CREDIT SCORE?Q: I’m working on improving my credit score, so I’m being extra careful about paying my bills on time. But, since I don’t see these payments reflected in my score, I’m wondering: Do my monthly payments, like utility bills, count toward my credit score? A: It’s commendable that you’re working […]
Making the Most of Your First Summer SemesterHello summer! It’s the season of flip-flops and sunburn, ice cream and road trips, fireworks and barbecues. And, if you’re one of the thousands of college students staying on for the summer semester, it’s the season of textbooks and lectures, term papers and exams, coursework and study groups.But […]