Money Management
GETTING OUT FROM UNDER DEBTApril 26, 2010
Are you facing problems managing a heavy debt load? If so, you're not alone. Households with credit cards had an average of nearly $11,000 in debt in those accounts, according to the latest figures from the Nilson Report, which follows credit card transactions. In addition, job loss or upward adjustments to mortgage payments have left many people wondering how to pay off their monthly bills. The Maine Society of CPAs offers some tips to help you emerge from indebtedness and do a reality check on your spending.
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GOING GREEN: IT'S EASIER THAN YOU THINKApril 19, 2010
"Going green" is a hot topic these days. More and more people are trying to make changes that reduce energy usage, minimize the waste that ends up in landfills and support the sustainability of our environment. In fact, 90% of Americans say they buy green products at least sometimes, according to market researcher Mintel. But what exactly is involved in going green? Because it's tough to give a precise answer, the Maine Society of CPAs offers easy-to-implement ideas that are friendly to the environment and to your wallet.
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