One longstanding tradition in the military is the benefits Congress has enacted on the behalf of military members and veterans. As any military member can attest, military base pay is nothing to write home about (check out 2009 pay charts). Without the benefits included in the compensation package, most military members would not be able to survive, especially if they have a family. Congress has passed many benefits packages to help ...
Why You Should Only Bank at FDIC Insured Banks
What happens when a bank fails? It's a scary thing to think about, and unfortunately, it is all too common in today's economy. In fact, almost 100 banks have failed in the US already this year. Thankfully, most banks are covered by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), which insures all bank deposits at member banks in the US. In the event the bank fails, the money is guaranteed by the ...
Carnival of Financial-Planning 10-02-09
Welcome to the October 2, 2009 Edition #109 of the Carnival of Financial Planning. The Carnival of Financial Planning takes a long-term view of personal financial planning for individuals and families. We focus on efficient and sustainable personal financial planning practices that can lead to lifetime financial security. This edition is arranged by subject heading, so that you can browse efficiently. Enjoy! The Skilled Investor, Editor Budgeting The Smarter Wallet presents Internet Banking: Compare Online Banks ...