Financial Literacy Tips

How do you know when you’re taking on too much risk with a loan? There are several factors to watch out for – and it’s smart to consider them all before borrowing money that you will eventually have to pay back.

Folks living in Chicago’s south suburbs have access to four different South Suburban Currency Exchanges (SSCE), where they can use electronic bill pay to pay their gas, electric, and other expenses ASAP to avoid late fees or other penalties.

We often hear people talk about credit scores when they’re trying to get a loan, a new car, or maybe a home mortgage – in other words, important things that can have a long-term impact on a person’s life.

Money-transfer services like MoneyGram and Western Union services can be a lifesaver when you need to either send or collect cash in a pinch.

Whatever the reason, if you handle your finances without a bank account then you’re among the millions of “unbanked” Americans.

Check out this guide to make sure you aren’t making life harder for yourself when it comes to renewing your license plate.

Today we are going to talk about two methods of handling money that often cause confusion in the financial world: wire transfers and money orders.