Recently, my wife and I were putting away our holiday decorations. As I followed her to the attic (via the office) with a large...
Miscellaneous Insights
How Long Does a Merchant Have to Charge My Credit Card?
You make a purchase at a store, swipe your credit card, and sign the receipt. But then you notice that the charge doesn't appear on...
How to Protect Yourself in a Dangerous Digital World
We are constantly being bombarded by news of a major security breach that puts our sensitive personal information in jeopardy....
Seniors Lack Awareness of Common Financial Scams
October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month AIG Life & Retirement conducted a survey as part of its "Plan for 100"...
Can I Appeal My Homestead Rebate Application?
This article originally appeared on NJMoneyHelp.com in the "Ask NJ Money Help" column. I've been retired since I turned 62. I no...
Will I Get My Homestead Rebate After Moving?
This article originally appeared on NJMoneyHelp.com in the "Ask NJ Money Help" column. I lived in Ringwood until January of 2017 and...
Credit Freezes: Are they right for you?
It was more than a year ago that news headlines blared reports that the personal information of nearly half of the U.S. population...
Change Can Be Good; But Not All Things Can Be Replaced.
The Austrian economist, Joseph Schumpeter, is most commonly known for his concept of “creative destruction,” which to paraphrase very...
Tips for Preventing Fraud: A Checklist
Cybercrime and fraud are serious threats and constant vigilance is key. While EKS Associates plays an important role in helping...