Are You Lured into Impulse Buys?
Are you wondering why you are always spending so much money? Well, probably because you're impulse buying. Beat the impulse by starting with this video.
Are Marketers Mining Data off Your Cell Phone?
Are you familiar with personal data mining? You should be. Chances are, your phone is being mined—right now—without you even knowing it.
Joey's Gist: Financial Products
What financial products are available to you? And more importantly, what are their dangers? Always do your research, ask questions and be a skeptic!
What Financial Products Should You Avoid?
Most for-profit financial institutions (and their marketers) would love to sell you any of their financial products, as that's how they make their money.
Car Repossession: There's Only Bad and Ugly
If you can't make your car payments on time, you may be at risk of getting your car being taken away, or "repossessed". It won’t be a fun ride, guaranteed.
How to Spend Too Much on a Loan!
Watch this video to avoid spending too much on your loans.
Starting Your Own (Web-Based) Company?
If you are, beware of bogus web development scams! Scammers are out there, preying on people in need of websites, and try to rip them off in a variety of ways. Arm yourself with the right info, now
How Is Artificial Intelligence (AI) Impacting You?
Every link you click on and even your mouse movements are monitored and collected by some algorithm. All then used to send you...
Joey's Gist: Mobile In-Game Purchases
Mobile in-game purchases rack up serious charges!! Real money for digital perks. This week Joey tells you about their tricks and gives you some very useful tips.
Why Do Underserved Students Go to For-Profit-Schools?
The majority of students from the lower income brackets and the underrepresented racial groups go to for-profit-schools. And that's not (always) good. Why? Watch the video.
Can You Flourish in the Gig Economy?
What is the gig economy, and how will it impact your (future) job? Get in on the temp work - independent contractor - knowhow, now.
Can You Cash a Check Without a Checking Account?
Yes, but slow down! You can throw away a ton of money by cashing a check in the wrong place. This video will guide you in the right direction.
Are You at Risk of Fake Package Delivery Scams?
We do a lot more online shopping during these Covid times. And with that, the risk of getting scammed rises dramatically, too. Here's how...
Are You Being Super-Marketed at the Grocery Store?
Supermarkets are super at marketing! Follow our tips so you don't fall for their tricks. Enjoy!
Why Do Most Stores Always Have a Sale?
Easy... So they can sell, sell, sell! Check out these marketing practices, right now.
Joey's Gist: Music Streaming Services
Do you stream music? Great. But do you know the hidden dangers like emotional surveillance tactics? Joey reveals all...
Do You Go into (Extra) Debt for the Holidays?
Is going into debt the best way to show your loved ones you care? Probably not. Still, the majority of us do...
Joey's Gist: Social Media Ads (Part 2)
How to change the settings. Know that you're going to still be getting adds, but they won't be as stalkery anymore, because they won't be based on your data anymore.
Joey's Gist: Impulse Buying
Impulse buying is a terrible habit! So, what can you do?
Unemployed and Worried About Cash?
Being without a job and money can be extremely tough, especially during these times. Here are some tips that may help.
