Sabrina Anthony

Starting over at fifty may seem difficult if it is due to a job loss or divorce.  Both can be an emotional burden that is hard to navigate at first, especially if you have been in both relationships for quite some time. You may need a mourning period to center your world. To make matters […]

You have heard the old adage from Benjamin Franklin “…but in this world, nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.” This was true in 1789 and it is today as well. Everyone is going to die one day, and everyone is required to pay taxes. There is a tax on our

Congratulations on achieving entrepreneurship. Whether you are starting your new business or in the process of setting one up you need to understand processing fees.  The fees are part of the process of doing business and these costs need to be factored in. However, if you only plan to run a cash business, this will

Credit Card fraud is a real problem that is not going away any time soon.  In fact, credit card fraud attempts are up 46% year-over-year per MerchantCostConsulting.com. However, there are things we can do to protect ourselves from identity thieves. It starts with being mindful of sensitive information sent within regular mail or junk mail.

I have been a marketing professional for many years. I have worked on direct mail campaigns for various banking and retail companies offering an invitation to apply applications. Many offered pre-approved, prequalified, or pre-selected offers. These were all marketing terms designed to entice prospective customers to apply for a new credit card. They will most

The ability to identify what type of credit card requires some knowledge of what the first few digits listed on the card mean. These numbers identify the payment network, and banking institute, and finally include the account number assigned to you. I have several credit cards, and each is assigned a different type of credit

The journey to obtaining a new or used car can be easy or difficult depending on how much you are able to spend on the auto loan payments, your credit score, and how much you can afford to put towards a down payment. Most people start by looking at the type of car they can

Having to file for bankruptcy may be the hardest financial decision you will have to make.  After trying for so long to keep your head above water, this may be your only option. It is not a quick fix but can afford you some peace of mind. However, there will be consequences such as a

I must admit that I am terrible at this.  Every time I must sign a new credit card it smears or looks nothing like my signature.  The search for the best pens to sign credit cards with is my personal challenge.  I typically grab any random pen hoping it is the best pen to get

Credit Scores are necessary to get additional credit, lower interest rates, obtain a mortgage, some apartments, and certain jobs. It can even affect your ability to obtain insurance and buy a car. You need a credit score to purchase almost everything that requires you to borrow money or prove your creditworthiness. Everyone wants a good

Your credit score is a very important tool when making a major purchase.  Purchasing a car is the single most expensive purchase after a home for most Americans. Therefore, choosing what make and model, how much to spend, and whom to buy from becomes important. Your current credit score and your future credit score can