Mary Lan Tomkins
Articles by this Author
Paying Bills Online
- By Mary Lan Tomkins
- Published 08/6/2008
- General Interest
It's quick and easy; much more practical than with checks, envelopes, and stamps.
Surviving an Economic Downturn
- By Mary Lan Tomkins
- Published 08/3/2008
- Economic Concerns
Responsible finacial management is key, no matter what is going on with the economy.
Unemployment Rate Hits Four-Year High
- By Mary Lan Tomkins
- Published 08/1/2008
- Current Events
The U.S. Department of Labor announced unemployment rates on Friday.
President Bush Signs Housing Bill
- By Mary Lan Tomkins
- Published 07/31/2008
- Current Events
New laws are passed to help struggling homeowners and the mortgage market.
Federal Deficit Reaches Record High
- By Mary Lan Tomkins
- Published 07/28/2008
- Current Events
The federal deficit has surpassed its previous high of 2004.
Minimum Wage Increase
- By Mary Lan Tomkins
- Published 07/24/2008
- Current Events
This is the second year of the three-year plan to raise the federal minimum wage.
Food Costs Keep Rising
- By Mary Lan Tomkins
- Published 07/23/2008
- Current Events
Save on Food Costs
- By Mary Lan Tomkins
- Published 07/23/2008
- Saving and Investing
Some planning and a little extra time in the kitchen can save big on your grocery bill.
Gas Prices Take a Dip
- By Mary Lan Tomkins
- Published 07/22/2008
- Current Events
U.S. Government Plans to Aid Fannie Mae & Freddie Mac
- By Mary Lan Tomkins
- Published 07/18/2008
- Current Events
These moves are hoped to help bring stability back to the U.S. housing market and calm nervous investors.