At this point in time, there should be little doubt technology innovation continues to change the way we live our lives. But who would have thought the investment community would reach the point where automation plays a big part in helping us investors develop our portfolios? When not wanting to manage your investments yourself, you […]
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How Does Groupon Work? [will it save me money?]
Whether you’re trying to stick to a budget, top off a sinking fund, or put money toward another savings goal, you always look for deals and new ways to save money. You’ve heard of Groupon but you’re not sure how it works. You also wonder if it will really save you money or if the […]
SmartPath: A sales-free digital financial coaching program
If you’re struggling in the paycheck to paycheck cycle or have financial goals you can’t prioritize or stay motivated to meet, a SmartPath financial coach could be your answer. Financial coaches empower clients to save more, pay down debt, and improve their credit scores. They provide straightforward steps to help you master budgeting, pay off […]
What Apps Can Help Me Manage My Money Better?
It happens to the best of us. We set a budget, try to save, and then the end of the month comes, and we’re back in the red. Budgeting and money management are practices many people struggle to master. Fortunately, in today’s mobile world, there are plenty of options to help you get on track […]
Cryptocurrency Craze: In the past, or a big part of the future?
With over 1500 different cryptocurrencies available over the Internet, and with Facebook recently announcing its version, Libra, more investors want to know what cryptocurrency is, how it works, and if it’s a viable investment. Even after more than five years in the financial limelight, the public still views cryptocurrencies with skepticism today. They first garnered […]
How Can Smart Technology Save Me Money on Insurance?
In the past decade, technology solutions helping consumers save money have expanded into numerous industries, including cars, homes, and health insurance. Many Americans now demand tech-based ways to reduce costs, and they’re willing to switch companies to get them. As a response, insurance companies are offering more ways for customers to use technology and save […]
Prevent Identity Theft: Best ways to keep your family safe
Thanks to data breach after data breach, online security and identity theft are at the forefront of most adults’ minds. Most of us work pretty hard to keep ourselves safe online. We log out of public computers after using them. We create different usernames. And we change our passwords regularly. We even resist the urge […]
Amazon Prime Membership: Get every cent worth out of it
If you’ve ever bought anything online, chances are you’ve purchased something, at one time or another, from Amazon. Once limited to books and media back in 1994 when the now-famous Jeff Bezos founded it, Amazon currently sells, well, just about anything. So if you find yourself shopping regularly at Amazon, it can feel like a […]
Best Robo Advisors for Socially Responsible Investing
Maybe it’s because you have kids. Perhaps it’s because you only want to support companies inclusive in their hiring practices. Maybe it’s because you love Jesus. Maybe it’s because you’re a humanist that understands our planet is not going to sustain life much longer at our current clip. Whatever your reason for being interested in […]
Ally: One of the Best Banks to Make Money on Your Money
I made a really smart money move when I opened a savings and checking account at Ally. While they might not always have the highest INTEREST rates, they do always offer very competitive rates, making Ally one of the best online banks to make money on your money. I’ve earned more interest in the nine […]
Raise.com Review: The Marketplace for Gift Cards
The Women Who Money Team uses different cashback and coupon sites, along with a variety of apps to save money when we shop in-store and online. This review of Raise – an online gift card marketplace, was written by Vicki. She’s been using Raise since December 2016. All of the Raise snapshots in this review […]
Tiller Money Review: A better way to manage money in 2021?
If I had to name just two things that have helped my family more than anything else with our money management and financial plans, it would be tracking our spending transaction data and automation. When we first set out to take charge of our financial life and pay off our debt, we needed to find […]
Need a Great Video Conferencing Service? Try ZOOM!
The Women Who Money team likes to save time and money by using technology that makes our work and lives easier! This review of the video conferencing tool Zoom was written by Vicki, one of the co-founders of Women Who Money. She’s used Zoom for over five years. Vicki began using Zoom for office hours […]
Google’s Project Fi Review: Is It as Good as They Say?
The Women Who Money Team and their family members use a variety of cell phone carriers. We’ve researched and used MVNO’s (Mobile Virtual Network Operators) and some of us still contract with the “Big 4” services (Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, and Sprint.) There are so many MVNO’s now and we’ve reviewed a couple – Total Wireless, […]
Personal Capital Review: Best Free Financial Tools
Women Who Money wants to help women (and men) at all levels take control of their finances! Our goal is to provide you with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to improve your financial health. Personal Capital is high on our list of must-have tools for managing your finances. This Personal Capital review is by […]
Republic Wireless Review: Save money with good service
The Women Who Money Team and their family members use a variety of cell phone carriers. We’ve researched and used MVNO’s (Mobile Virtual Network Operators) and some of us still contract with the “Big 4” services (Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, and Sprint.) If there is a cell phone carrier you’d like us to review, please contact […]
Want to Earn Cash Back Shopping? Try BeFrugal
The Women Who Money Team uses different cashback and coupon sites, along with a variety of apps to save money when we shop in-store and online. This review is on the cashback and coupon site BeFrugal. It was written by Vicki, co-founder of Women Who Money and founder of Make Smarter Decisions. She’s been using […]
Eating Healthy Foods when Traveling or On the Go
A big struggle many people face while traveling is eating healthy foods. While enjoying delicious tasting food is often a big part of vacations, it’s wise to choose the healthiest food options available for on-the-go eating during travel times. You want to feel good and enjoy your trip, not endure an upset stomach and gain […]
MoneyTips Review: A good free credit score manager
This MoneyTips review was completed by Vicki, one of the co-founders of Women Who Money. She is actively using Moneytip’s Free Credit Score Manager and other tools to help grow her credit score and learn more about debt optimization. You can see her using the Moneytip’s online tools in her account in the video link […]
Want an Easy Way to Find a Place to Stay? Try All The Rooms!
As empty nesters, we’ve been on the move over the last few months visiting our kids who live in three different states. When we were looking for places to stay, I’d usually check three or four different sites looking for rooms. But I was excited to find a website I’d never used before! It makes […]
Do You Need A Budget? A YNAB Review
Women Who Money is all about helping readers of all levels understand and manage their personal finances. Key to this concept is understanding how and where you spend, in order to track, monitor, manage, and improve your finances. Research shows that nearly half of Americans say their expenses are equal to or greater than their […]
Total Wireless: Is it a good alternative to Verizon? [Review]
This Total Wireless review comes from Vicki, co-founder of Women Who Money and founder of Make Smarter Decisions. She’s been a happy Total Wireless customer for over two years and currently has five phones under two different plans. Four phones on Total Wireless and a business line on Republic Wireless. The Women Who Money Team […]
