If you feel like the middle-class squeeze is getting tighter, you’re not alone. The numbers don’t lie: Life really is a more expensive than it used to be. Let’s look at what life costs now compared to 20, 50 and 80 years ago.
In our uber-connected world, pressing a button on the steering wheel to make a phone call is second nature for many. Using our cars like a phone and storing information in data systems is so convenient!
Unfortunately, though, as security experts are warning, syncing your phone to your car can put you at risk for a data breach. Here’s what you need to know about the dangers. There is sensitive information stored in your phone—and your car.
In early September, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) released a report warning about a spike in fake check scams. These scams now reach 500,000 victims each year. The largest pool of victims of fake check scams are in their 20s – a segment of the population that is far more familiar with PayPal than with paper checks. This makes them easy victims for the scam.
Preparing for college can be a hard task for parents and the graduating senior. Understanding how difficult this process can be, Louisiana FCU partnered with Bambilyn Smith, Financial Literacy Case Manager from St. John United Way Financial Coaching and Education Program, to present the best ways to prepare for college. Here are our key takeaways from the workshop:
