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12 Things To Do Before Your Summer Getaway

06/29/2021

Your bags are packed, your itinerary is set and you?re counting down the minutes until you take off for your dream summer getaway. Before you head out to the airport, though, read through this checklist of important things people tend to forget before leaving for vacation.

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How To Enjoy A Busy Wedding Season Without Going Broke

06/29/2021

Celebrating your friend?s new marriage is great fun, but all those wedding invites can put a strain on your budget. According to research by Express Spending & Saving Tracker, the average wedding guest is out $673 for each wedding they attend. No worries, though; you don?t need to go into debt to attend. Follow these hacks and learn to celebrate in style and within budget.

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The 12 Scams Of Christmas

11/20/2020

Ah, the holidays ? friends, food, family ? and felons! Yes, the holiday scammers are back again, and just in time to spoil their fun, Financial Builders brings you the 12 scams of Christmas. Find out what to watch for!

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Making The Holidays Count

11/12/2020

Students, winter break is here, and while sleeping until noon is great, you?ll want to make good use of some of your down time! Reconnect with friends and family and catch up. Apply for scholarships and internships, and plan your class schedule for next semester. Be sure to get some exercise, and find some volunteer work to do to give back to your community. Finally, put some time in on your resume, cover letter and personal essays when you?ve got time to perfect them.

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7 Naughty Scams To Watch Out For This Holiday Season

11/08/2020

Holiday season is also scam season, so be alert! Watch for phishing emails stealing your info, fake charities taking your money, and porch pirates pilfering your packages. Beware job offers that use fake websites to steal your info, and bogus sites and fake freebies offering something for nothing ? except your identity! Finally, watch for fake gift card sales peddling cards with zero value online. Enjoy your holidays safely!

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