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5 Things Not To Do If You Win The Lottery
As we go to press, more than $135 million is up for grabs in the Powerball jackpot. The chance to win a cool $25 million from Mega Millions will take place this Friday. Ever think of what you’d do if with all that cash? Would you take it in a lump sum or opt for…
You’ll Be Surprised at The Most Dangerous State For Drivers!
In an earlier entry, we brought you the startling news that traffic fatalities were up more than 10% during the first part of 2016. In this issue, we’ll share information compiled by Instamotor that uses data from the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA) to find the safest (and most dangerous) states for drivers…
How To Totally Whiff On Opportunities Provided by Personal Bankruptcy
A woman profiled in a recent USA Today article gives a perfect example of how NOT to approach life after personal bankruptcy. We share a summary here. Marge’s Mistake As Marge (not her real name) was emerging from personal bankruptcy, she was excited to tell personal finance expert Peter Dunn about her joy. “We have…
You Won’t Believe What This Police Officer Did!
We’ve said numerous times that if you’re charged with driving under the influence (DUI), the smart move is to plead not guilty and immediately talk with an attorney. To illustrate one of the reasons why, we bring you the story of Richard Fiorito, a disgraced cop who made over 130 false DUI charges. A One-Time…
You Can Get a DUI on a Bike? Know Your Facts!
Here in Arizona, charges for driving under the influence (DUI) generally apply to persons operating an automobile or motorcycle. Can you be charged with DUI while on a bicycle? Well, the answer is yes and no. Understanding DUI Law in Arizona As regular readers of our site know, Arizona has a well-earned reputation for having…
Are You in Debt? Learn When to NOT Use Your Credit Card!
There are a host of ways to use a credit card to actually improve your credit score. But there is also a host of ways you shouldn’t use your credit card. In this article, we’ll share a few. Paying For A Huge Expense It’s important to keep in mind that using up more than a…
You’ll Never Guess Why These DUI Charges Were Dropped!
Medication – not booze – has been ruled as the cause for driving under the influence (DUI) charges against a former US Navy Seal. The Case at a Glance The man was arrested in a convenience store parking lot at about 2:30 am on April 8 after police found him asleep behind the steering wheel…
Personal Stories Illustrating the Positive Aspects of Bankruptcy
A simple Google search will garner a host of results claiming all sorts of bad things about the decision to file for personal bankruptcy. Don’t believe them. Many are written by people in the credit industry, which has never exactly been captivated with the thought of giving creditors a fresh start. In fact, there are…
Traffic Deaths Continue to Rise; Up More Than 10% in First Half of 2016
After reaching a historic low in 2014, traffic fatalities have tragically roared back. According to a recent report from the U.S Department of Transportation, deaths from auto accidents across the nation have risen by an estimated 10.4% in the first half of 2016. This actually continues a deadly trend as 2015 saw a 7.2% spike…