Neuroscience and Spending
How to Spot a Check Scam
The scenarios below are all too real and common. Unfortunately, check scams are still a popular way for fraudsters to win and their victims to lose. Often times that loss becomes more than just about money.
Idaho Wisdom
Idaho Wisdom
How my first car loan experience was a piece of cake
After living in L.A. for two years without a car and utilizing the Metro day in and day out, I was ready to purchase a car of my own again and regain my independence. And, before I continue, thank you Metro – you were wonderful during my time of need and I was never once late for my workday at Logix! As I approached my car buying decision, it was clear that I had a few hurdles to overcome: I had only ever owned a used car that I bought outright for $3000 or less, I barely had any money to use as a down payment, I liked the idea of a car loan, but quite frankly, monthly car payments scared me, and what the heck would I purchase?
Forever is a Long Long Time
The biggest complaint many people have about sticking to a personal budget is the idea of “forever.” It seems easy to skip their barista-coffee and stick with homebrewed for a day, but to never ever again in their lives taste the rich, creamy, alluring flavor of the exceptionally expensive coffee seems too much to bear.