Money Management

Money Management is a weekly column on personal finance prepared and distributed by certified public accountants.

To Borrow or Not To Borrow?: MONTGOMERY, AL—January 18, 2010—People use debt to finance any number of purchases, and borrowing money for a worthwhile purchase is not always a bad idea. However, some buys are worth financing over time and others are not. The Alabama Society...
Safe Online Banking Tips: MONTGOMERY, AL—January 11, 2009—Many people enjoy the convenience of doing all their banking over the Internet, but some consumers worry about the safety of their online transactions. The Alabama Society of CPAs recommends that you ask these...
Five Financial New Year's Resolutions To Keep This Year: MONTGOMERY, AL—January 4, 2010—At the beginning of each New Year, many people make a list of resolutions to keep in the coming months, such as losing weight or learning a new skill. As you make your list, don’t forget to consider wise financial...
Debt Management Mistakes to Avoid: MONTGOMERY, AL—December 28, 2009—Most people carry some debt, whether it’s a credit card balance or the money they owe on a car loan or home mortgage. Debt is not necessarily a bad thing, but it can become a problem if you allow it to get out of...
Five Questions To Ask When You Join a Gym: MONTGOMERY, AL—December 21, 2009—As the New Year draws near, many people are probably resolving to lose weight or get into better physical shape. If so, you’re not alone, because more than 45 million Americans belong to health clubs, according to...
Don't Get Scammed When Making Travel Plans: MONTGOMERY, AL—December 14, 2009—Many people take vacations or visit family at this time of year. That’s the good news. The bad news is that there are a number of scams that unsuspecting travelers can fall victim to if they are not careful. The...
What's On Sale Now?: MONTGOMERY, AL—November 30, 2009—Even in a tough economy, there are some bright spots. For example, many expensive purchases have gotten a lot less costly because of industry problems, a steep decline in consumer spending or both. The Alabama...
Five Costs You Should Not Cut: MONTGOMERY, AL—November 23, 2009—Are you looking for ways to trim expenses? There are a lot of different reasons to be worried about money and spending these days. Cutting back on unnecessary outlays is always a good idea, but make sure you don’t...
Questions To Ask Before You Donate: November 16, 2009—MONTGOMERY, AL—Even in a bad economy, people still reach deep into their pockets to help out those who are less fortunate, especially as the holidays draw near. However, in good times or bad, it’s important to know that the...
Home Ownership: Are You Ready?: November 9, 2009—MONTGOMERY, AL—The purchase of a first home is an exciting time in anyone’s life. It’s also a large financial undertaking, a fact that leaves many people wondering whether they’re prepared for this big step.
Tips On Working Into "Retirement": November 2, 2009—MONTGOMERY, AL—Once upon a time, “retirement” meant quitting work forever at age 65. Today, that description no longer applies to many of the millions of Americans who are at or near traditional retirement age.
Getting A Better Price On A New Car: October 26, 2009—MONTGOMERY, AL—In recent months, the news has been full of stories about struggling auto makers and declining car sales. While that’s bad news for the economy, it can be good news for consumers looking to make an auto purchase...

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