finance

$500K Going Towards Albany Capital Center Renovations
$500K Going Towards Albany Capital Center Renovations
$500K Going Towards Albany Capital Center Renovations
The Albany Capital Center may be only a few years old, but it's already getting some more major renovations. By major renovations, I mean 500 thousand dollars worth.  According to the Times Union, the Albany Capital Center is doing so well with business that they need more space...
And the Top New Year’s Resolutions for 2019 Were…
And the Top New Year’s Resolutions for 2019 Were…
And the Top New Year’s Resolutions for 2019 Were…
It's officially 2019.  For some, that means time for resolutions. According to a survey of 2,000 people I read at inc.com, it looks like the Top 10 resolutions for 2019 were more of the same.... You know- Diet, be healthier, drink less, quit smoking, lose weight...
David’s Bridal Goes Bankrupt
David’s Bridal Goes Bankrupt
David’s Bridal Goes Bankrupt
Well, that’s not an exciting wedding-related announcement! David’s Bridal has filed for bankruptcy.  However, according to a post by WNYT, if you’ve already ordered a dress- you’re safe.  The company is in more than $400 million of long-term debt, and is going bankrupt to help wipe that out...
New Year Resolutions that Have Already Failed
New Year Resolutions that Have Already Failed
New Year Resolutions that Have Already Failed
We are officially two weeks in to the New Year.  Many resolutions were made, the same as with every other New Year.  And despite being only two weeks in to 2018, many resolutions have already failed.  I'm not sure where you stand with yours, but here's a few of the failures that I've already encountered and witnessed in 2018...
Three Advantages To Using Cash Over Credit/Debit Cards
Three Advantages To Using Cash Over Credit/Debit Cards
Three Advantages To Using Cash Over Credit/Debit Cards
We are all aware of the immense financial burden that Target and their customers faced this week when their databases were hacked and close to 40 million people got their credit card information stolen. This made me think about how we don't use cash anymore, so I've compiled a list of a few reasons why it is better than using our plastic lifelines.
Mint – Free Online Budget Tracking Tool
Mint – Free Online Budget Tracking Tool
Mint – Free Online Budget Tracking Tool
After finishing up school and starting a full-time job, I'm starting (or at least attempting) to keep track of my finances and set budget goals before I have to start paying off my student loans. This is where you insert the blood curdling scream...