Articles by:

Lynnette Walczak

With input from Financial Advisors, (a Tax Accountant and an Investment Manager), I share helpful tips regarding money and finances -- including debt relief, insurance, budgeting, and investing for retirement. My goal is to help you save more, spend less, and invest for the future by sharing honest, tried & true budgeting tips and tools. When I'm not saving for the future and helping others save for theirs, you can find me at the corner of Good News & Fun Times as publisher of The Fun Times Guide (32 fun & helpful websites).

7 Inspiring Personal Finance Books That You Won’t Find In The Personal Finance Section

These weren't written as personal finance books, but they contain a wealth of information & tips that are unique, motivational, and extremely helpful with personal finance matters.

Before Buying A New Car, Here Are Some Important Things To Consider…

We are buying a new car. I did some research first & I'm sharing the info here, with the hope that it may be helpful to others who are buying a new or used vehicle.

Which Tax Papers To Keep + Tips For Organizing 7 Years Of Support Documentation For Your Taxes

Each year around tax time, I go through our personal receipts, bank statements, household utilities & medical bills/receipts to stay organized. Time-saving tips I use

Unemployed? 5 Tips To Deal With Debt & Manage Your Finances

Being unemployed comes with a lot of uncertainties, but it doesn't mean you can’t keep a handle your finances during this time. 5 ways to stay on top of your finances when you're unemployed... with debt.

Debt Relief Scams: Warning Signs & What To Look For

Debt relief ads are everywhere. However, debt relief scams are everywhere too. Here's what you should look for in order to avoid falling prey to a scam.

Quiz: How To Tell If Your Auto Insurance Premiums Are Too High

See if you're paying too much for auto insurance and how to make your payments even lower! This quiz will help you lower your auto insurance premiums & save money.

Flexible Spending Account 101: Tax-Free Health Care

If you have consistent, predictable, medical expenses that are already a part of your monthly budget, you can save money by NOT paying tax those medical expenses. By taking advantage of a Flexible Spending Account (FSA), you get tax-free health care!

Check Out Our Fun Money Facebook & Twitter Pages!

Get fun frugal tips you can use every day! Lots of freebies, bargains & thrifty shopping tips. Plus, budgeting ideas to help reduce debt on our fun money Facebook and Twitter pages!

How To Get A Lower Credit Card Rate… Immediately!

Tired of paying high interest rates on your credit cards? Getting a lower credit card rate is not as hard as you might think. You just need to know what to say! Here are lots of great phone scripts that have been proven to get lower credit card rates.

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