LaToya Irby is a full-time freelance writer and a graduate of the University of Alabama. She primarily writes about personal finance, freelancing, and other self-employment topics.
Major corporations are losing massive amounts of consumer information due to data breaches. Most recently, Yahoo reported a breach of more than 500 million accounts. It is the biggest data breach in history (as of… Take These Steps After a Data Breach
With so many great credit cards on the market, it’s hard to just have one. However, the more credit cards you have, the more difficult it is to keep up with the payments and balances and… Tips for Managing Multiple Credit Cards
No one would knowingly volunteer to be a victim of fraud or identity theft. While you may do your best to keep your financial details safe, you could be unknowingly putting your identity at risk if… 4 Things You Do That Accidentally Put Your Identity At Risk
Having your credit card stolen can send you into a panic. What if the thief maxes out your credit card before you can report the card stolen? Will your credit card issuer hold you responsible… How to Handle a Stolen Credit Card
In a perfect world, our cash would flow smoothly from year to year with no major incidents. Unfortunately, life can’t always be perfect. Sometimes we cause our own money problems through overspending or other bad… 5 of Worst Money Problems to Have
If you’re looking for a way to earn extra money, consider turning your hobby into an income stream. Whether your goal is to generate a little extra income or turn your hobby into a full-fledged… 7 Tips to Make Real Money From a Hobby
You might overlook the fees you pay because it doesn’t seem like a lot of money, but multiple fees can add up. Avoiding fees is easier than you may think. Late fees Late fees are… 6 Fees You Should Never Pay
Student loan debt has grown steadily over the last several years, with the total amount of outstanding debt topping $1.3 trillion according to a report from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. Many borrowers… 7 Tips For Dealing With Your Student Loans
For some people, financial troubles are caused by things outside their control – illness, loss of a spouse, or fraud. Other times, financial troubles can be traced back to things that you could have done differently. If… 5 Worst Habits For Your Finances
While the average retirement age is 62, you don’t have to stay in the workforce that long. If you can stash away enough money, you may be able to retire early. Here are some money… Adopt These Money Habits If You Want to Retire Early