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.
Inmates, Loved Ones, and Unlimited Minutes
Collect calls are expensive. But, when your device vibrates or chirps and it's from a dear friend or family member who's in jail or prison, declining …
Can a Talent Scan Make Your Resume More Comprehensive?
Looking past the traditional CV.
These days, finding a job may be tough. Lots of people may be equally or more qualified for a job than you are, if y…
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 m…
Hayden's AirPod Rip-Off
It was around 8th grade when I wanted to buy a pair of airpods, but the price for the Apple brand was way too much for me.
I didn't have regular inco…
Are All of Your Internet Connected Devices Protected?
How many devices do you have that connect to the Internet? Smartphones, desktop computers, laptops, tablets, smart home devices, smart toys, smart app…
Stubborn As a Money Mule
A donkey and a horse meet, and a mule is born.
Money Tips for a Financial Crisis
Chances are you're reading this because you've got money on your mind and are looking for management tips during this unprecedented time. While some p…
Self Care Without Breaking the Bank
This is a crazy time in the world! Our general daily circumstances are fraught with an unseen danger, our health is of utmost importance, and for most…
WhatsApp Scams Galore!
Imagine getting a message saying: "Hi! This is your sister, stuck in Canada. I need money to cross the border. Help me, please!"
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) goo…
Before Contributing to Disaster Relief for the California Fires Read These Tips
Wild fires are raging in California. The hurricane season is very active including 2 storms back to back impacting the Gulf coast. When natural disast…
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.
Joey’s Gist on Social Media Influencers
Social media influencers are everywhere! Anyone can be an influencer which means anyone can be a scam artist. So how can you trust a social media in…
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!
Is Your Phone Being Stalked?
Has your phone been hacked? Is anyone reading your WhatsApp messages? Are you being spied on even as you read this?
Just the idea of being spied on o…
How to Avoid the Rental Listing Scam?
After months of searching, you found the perfect rental unit.
It's close to work, in a safe neighborhood, and it's cheap. In fact, rent is nearly hal…
Shopping Online More? Thieves Are Too!
As we spend more time at home and are shopping less in person, our online shopping has increased. We're shopping and ordering through websites and app…
Flipping Money Scams on Social Networks!
Ever heard of a "money flipping" scam?
Hundreds of (young) people fall prey to money flipping scams on social media every day. It happens on Facebook…
Make Healthy Skepticism a Habit! 10 Easy Steps to Improve Your Financial Habits
Recently, I found myself thinking of what the future may bring, and how the current pandemic will impact that. Right now, things are very uncertain fo…
