A 2016 study by the Consumer Federation of America and Vantage Solutions found that 80 percent of Americans understood the basics of credit scores but lacked clarity on the details. Most people understand that when they take out a loan or open a charge account, it is compiled on their credit report. They understand that […]
Are Credit Card Rewards Worth It? Let’s Do the Math
If you are like many consumers, you know at least a couple of people who have funded luxurious vacations or made other large purchases entirely using credit card rewards. However, there are millions of other consumers who have struggled with high debt balances on credit card accounts. This begs the question of whether trying to […]
How to Calculate the Cost of Medical Procedures
Calculating the cost of medical procedures is a tricky task. Most people typically underestimate out-of-pocket costs after health or dental insurance kicks in, even with common procedures and specialized operations. Of course, there are reasons for this problem. Anything can happen during a procedure. A patient might have bleeding or blood pressure difficulties during or […]
Top Public Universities To Study Math
(Featured Image Courtesy of M.N. Vein Center) For high school math lovers, using online calculators and having to do math homework isn’t tedious or discouraging as it is for most others. In fact, math lovers might just be thinking that they might want to study it during college. If that sounds like you, read on. […]
Use Simple Math to Pay Off Your Debts Faster & Smarter
If you are one of many people who are struggling to pay off high debt balances, you may be wondering if there is an easier way to accomplish your goal. Some people commonly divide all of their extra funds each month evenly between various debts, but this may not be the most effective way to […]
How to Prepare for Your First College Tour
The time has come for you to start touring colleges. Whether you are excited or a little nervous, preparation is essential to having your college tour experience go smoothly. Check out these tips on how to have the best experience possible, and how to know which college is the right one for you. How to […]
4 Tips to Get Into The College of your Dreams
With the increase in students attending college right after high school, admission to the most sought-after schools is growing more competitive. To stand out from the pack and get accepted to the college of your dreams you need to submit an application that makes you the best possible candidate for that school. Do Your […]
How Teaching Methods Impact a Students Learning Ability
Educating future generations is perhaps one of the most rewarding jobs on the market. Teachers are on the front-line of schools shaping students into dream-chasing, job-seeking, individuals; it’s no shock that they have a creative nature supporting them in providing quality education. Following are some helpful tools that educators at all levels can use to […]
Why Choosing a Good School Early On is Important for Kids
When most people think about choosing the best schools for their children, they mistakenly believe this task begins with college or high school. From the time you meet your baby, you want the best for them and education is probably top of the list. While a student’s secondary and post high education is of great […]
2012 Review and Resolutions
Well, 2012 is now a wrap. I took some time yesterday to review what I have done, and not done, over the last year. I do have to say that I was fairly pleased. There are a few things I need to improve upon, but it was still a great year. I look forward to […]