Easy, Clever Ways to Start Saving
One of the most popular financial resolutions each year is to “save more”. Considering that the personal savings rate in the United States is about the lowest rate of any industrialized country, according to MoneySKILL, we agree that this is a crucial area of your finances to focus on. The trouble with having “save more […]
Best Used Cars in 2019 Under $15000 to Buy
Best used cars under $15000 Our best used cars under $15,000 post was so sought after, that we updated it for 2019. Continue reading to discover why it pays to buy used, and which cars made this year’s list. Why buy a used car? With extra money in your pocket from tax returns, you may be […]
Important 2018 Tax Dates
Stay on top of important 2018 tax dates by using our easy to read Tax Calendar 2018. Simply print out this Tax Calendar and use it to stay on top of important tax deadlines! Sources: Tax Calendars for use in 2018 (IRS Publication 509) and About Money This material was prepared for general distribution. Although all […]
Why it’s Worth it to Make a Financial Resolution
When making your list of resolutions, it’s in your best interest to include your finances. Why? Aside from the overall improvement to the quality of life that good financial footing provides, research actually shows that those who make financial resolutions compared to other kinds are more likely to succeed. That’s right, according to a survey […]
Does that impact my credit score?
The first step in learning to responsibly manage your credit score is to understand exactly which items affect it and how. Commonly asked questions about credit scores include: Do utility bills impact my credit score? Does paying my rent on time impact my credit score? What about insurance payments? There’s a lot of confusion out […]
How to Stay Fit in 2019
Stay fit Whether your New Year’s resolution is to lose weight or to simply live a healthier lifestyle, follow our tips and tricks to stay fit. How to stay fit in 2019 Clean out your pantry– Kick start your New Year’s resolution to lose weight by cleaning out your pantry. Throw out anything that contains […]
Tips For Your New Year’s Resolution in 2019
New Year’s Resolution New Year’s resolutions are easier to make than to actually keep. Start 2019 off by coming up with resolutions and setting goals you can successfully obtain this year! We gathered tips for you to follow that are simple and broad enough to apply to any resolution you have in mind. Tips for […]
2014 Holiday Sweepstakes Winners!
Deborah, from Owings Mills, MD, was one of our lucky 2014 Holiday Sweepstakes winners! Deborah was overjoyed when she received the winning email notification on the night of December 11th. When asked about her reaction to winning the sweepstakes,
Unique and Easy Gifts
The holiday season is in full swing and you probably still have one person (or more) you have yet to find the perfect gift for. While we rounded up the Top Gifts for Guys and the Top Gifts for Women, we found unique gift ideas that will help last minute shoppers. Activity: Need a gift […]
Top Holiday Cookie Recipes
Holiday Cookie Recipes Let’s face it; one of the best parts of the holiday season is food. In fact, at Mariner Finance, we have such a sweet tooth that we held an internal contest for the best cookie recipes. We had our team members send in their families’ favorite time-tested holiday cookie recipe and then […]
Money-Saving Holiday Travel Tips
According to the United States Department of Transportation, the Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s travel periods are estimated to be the busiest long-distance travel periods of the year. In fact, travel around Christmas/New Year’s (to and from a destination 50 miles or more away) is estimated to increase by 23% when compared to the rest […]
Holiday Party Tips
Holiday Party Planning Tips Holiday parties can range from small, familiar gatherings, to all-out celebrations. Whether you are throwing a holiday party for your close friends or for your entire extended family, we gathered some holiday party tips to keep it as affordable and fun as possible. Let’s explore them below: Guest list While it’s […]
