Are Free Drug Samples Worth the Risk?
We all know that health care costs are going up at an alarming rate. Whenever we visit the doctor we often dread that bill that comes with, not to...
How Much to Put in Your Rainy Day Fund
Planning ahead, it might be smart to put together a rainy day fund for emergency expenses and potential unemployment. But how much should you put in it?
Texting while Driving Is Bad, But Daydreaming and Driving Is Even Worse
We have, by now, all seen a news report or read an article on how talking on the phone while driving, or worse still, texting, can lead to accidents. And...
PrimeRates Market Talk: No Data, No Problem
With the shutdown continuing, the markets keep taking things in stride. Maybe we should have the government shut down more often! Today will be another day with no economic numbers,...
4 Reasons Your Spouse Should Open an IRA
Even if your spouse doesn’t work, it makes sense for them to open an IRA and make contribution to it.
Do Junk Bonds Belong in Today’s Portfolio?
Those high yields on Junk bonds may seem tempting, but are they a good investment to put in your portfolio today?
Real Estate Bidding Wars Are Back
With the recent uptick in the housing market, real estate bidding wars seem to have made a tremendous resurgence.
The Dangers Average Investors Face When Buying IPOs
Considering investing in an IPO? Make sure to avoid these dangers of Initial Public Offerings.
The War on Robocalls Continues
Although there is less telemarketing than before, robocalls are still around and alive, despite efforts by both consumers and government agencies to end it.
The Greatest of All Time. Mariano Rivera Is a Good Guy Both On the Field and Off.
Rivera has played his entire career, all 19 years of it, with the New York Yankees. Born in Panama, he was signed by the Yankees as a free agent in...
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