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A New Year for Your Finances Looking for financial resolutions for the New Year?

Protect your finances with these holiday shopping tips
With some advanced planning and a little commitment, the holiday shopping season can provide an opportunity to make up some lost financial ground.

YourMoneyCounts exclusive: "What Your College Freshman Needs to Know About Finances"
by author Lynnette Khalfani-Cox

YourMoneyCounts exclusive: "New Rules You Must Know About Credit Scores."
by author Lynnette Khalfani-Cox

Managing Your Money
April is Financial Literacy Month - take charge of your money.

Identity Theft
How to help prevent and recover from identity theft.

Your Financial Health.
Financial fitness is as important as physical fitness.

YourMoneyCounts exclusive: "Going green and being eco-friendly to cut your home expenses."
by author Lynnette Khalfani-Cox

YourMoneyCounts exclusive: "Creative Ways to Save Money on Your Summer Vacation"
by author Lynnette Khalfani-Cox

YourMoneyCounts exclusive: "Money-Management Myths and Little Lies That Can Hurt Your Finances"
by author Lynnette Khalfani-Cox

YourMoneyCounts exclusive: "The Earned Income Tax Credit: How to make it work for you"
by author Ilyce R. Glink

YourMoneyCounts exclusive: "New Year's Resolutions to help jump start your finances in 2010"
by author Lynnette Khalfani-Cox

YourMoneyCounts exclusive: "Six Secrets to Create a Budget You Can Stick With"
by author Lynnette Khalfani-Cox

Homeowners Beware: Tips from the OCC on avoiding mortgage and foreclosure scams.

Green planet. Green in your wallet.
Eco-friendly tips that will help save you a little green

Money Management Strategies for Women
This article offers proven strategies that women of all ages, incomes and backgrounds can use to create an outstanding, stress-free financial future.

Creative, Fun Ways to Teach Your Kids About Money
To help children develop a healthy perspective about money, and avoid the money mistakes we've all made, try some of the following strategies.

Smart Financial Planning Tips for Every Month of the Year
Use these financial planning tips and savvy money-management strategies for help with budgeting, handling credit and debt, saving money, retirement planning and more.

  Cures for your Holiday Hangover
The holiday season may be the most wonderful time of the year, but for many people, the months that follow often become the most stressful. In January, when credit card bills arrive...

Be a Holiday Hero!
Given the slowing economy, rising energy costs and challenges many are facing with managing current obligations,you'll need to pay close attention to the usual advice for keeping Holiday Shopping under control. That is.....

Keys to Secure Homeownership
Buying your home may have been the most important financial decision you'll ever make. But making the right choices to make sure you keep your home is just as important..

Money Tips for College-Bound Students
As seen on ABC News Chicago.... The college years are a great opportunity for parents to introduce effective solutions for budgeting and saving.

YourMoneyCounts exclusive: "Smart Financial Planning Tips for Every Month of the Year"
by author Lynnette Khalfani-Cox

YourMoneyCounts.com Exclusive: "Where's That Receipt?"
from author Bernice Kanner

YourMoneyCounts.com Exclusive: "Money-saving Vacation Tips"
By Bernice Kanner

Saving & Budgeting
Creating a budget can help you manage your debt, maintain good credit, and have more money.

Credit Reports
Get the facts about the role of credit bureaus, what reports and scores mean, and how they impact your options in borrowing, jobs, and life.

How Credit Decisions Are Made
What do lenders look for in credit card and loan applications? What are your responsibilities when you borrow?

Managing Spending
Managing your spending is key to staying out of debt. Learn more about tracking your spending and setting up a budget.

Repairing Your Credit
How do past credit problems impact your credit history? Learn what you can do now to bring your credit back to good health.

Identity Theft
Identity theft can ruin your credit rating and your life. Find out how to protect yourself and what to do if your identity is stolen.

Refinancing Your Home
Interest rates go up and down. Is refinancing the best option? Get the facts on refinancing and find out if it's the right choice for you.

Home Equity
As well as being a place to live, your home can also be a good investment. Find out whether using the equity in your home is the right choice for you.

Auto Financing
Buy or lease? New or used? There are many decisions to make when buying a car. Learn more about your automotive financing options.

YourMoneyCounts.com Exclusive: "Want a Bigger Tax Refund?"
By Kelvin Boston, Host of the Moneywise PBS Series

YourMoneyCounts.com Exclusive: "Know Your Credit Score"
By Kelvin Boston, Host of the Moneywise PBS Series

YourMoneyCounts.com Exclusive: "Protect Your Identity From Thieves"
By Kelvin Boston, Host of the Moneywise PBS Series

YourMoneyCounts.com Exclusive: "Controlling Debt"
By Kelvin Boston, Host of the Moneywise PBS Series