If you are like many other Americans, you may have found yourself over your head in credit card debt. There are new programs available that can help you to have all or a portion of that debt eliminated. It would be a wise move for you to research the recently passed stimulus package. If you leave this debt untreated, it could cause total financial ruin.Debt management and credit counselors are there to help you. They will take a look at all of...more
One Minute Money Lessons: Can You Build Wealth While You Have Debt?…It's Free! Nothing is really free, but if the sales associate is offering free financing, you may be in for a win. First, check that you can't get a better deal if you don't take the free financing. Sometimes, this is the trick. You pay more up front, but don't have to pay the item off for 12 months. Second, make sure that adding this debt to your portfolio does not hurt your credit score. If your debt-to-income ratio is too high (over 30%), it will drag down your score. If you pass these tests and take the free financing, don't fall into their other trap of not paying the final balance in time. A lot can happen in 12 months, so either make payments regularly or have a plan to have that money available when the time comes. If not, you may be in for some pretty steep penalties!more
Shopping in AtlantaOne of the hottest places to shop in Atlanta is Buckhead. Filled with upscale boutiques, high-class antiques stores, art galleries and outlet malls, Buckhead is a shopper's dream come true. Trendsetters and classic lovers alike will adore updating their wardrobes at the more than 300 stores in Lenox Square, which is also known...more
Must-see AtlantaThere are so many activities and attractions in Atlanta, it's hard to decide what to do first!From sports buffs to budding journalists, everyone will find something to do in the city. Attending a Braves, Hawks, Thrashers or Falcons game should definitely be on your list of things to do in Atlanta. The home of one of the world's...more
Atlanta's best sitesAtlanta has so many things for tourists to do, from athletics events and fun parks to galleries and historic monuments. First of all, the CNN Tower is a fantastic choice for anyone who wants a glimpse of how news is gathered; second, tourists will love visiting Centennial Olympic Park, which was the center of the 1996 Summer Olympics and still has the planet's most massive Olympic ring fountain; and finally, the whole family will love visiting Stone Mountain Park, which boasts the globe's most giant example of exposed granite, as well as shops, rides and other things for everyone to enjoy. The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, the Atlanta Opera, and the Atlanta Ballet are great ways to be exposed to the city's cultural offerings. If you love mother nature, check out Piedmont Park and the Atlanta Botanical Gardens, which are home to picnic areas, biking and hiking through green forest trails and the beautiful Lake Clara Meer. To get a bit of Atlanta's history as well as some fun and entertainment, visit Underground Atlanta, which has eateries, stores and nightclubs as well as guided walking tours. Atlanta neighborhoodsThe best place to stay in Atlanta depends on...more
Great Atlanta restaurantsWhat would a vacation be without plenty of delicious food?From award-winning cuisine to local favorites, there's something for everyone when it comes to Atlanta restaurants. If shrimp-n-grits, fried green tomatoes, pimento...more
Festive AtlantaTrue to her reputation for having Southern hospitality, Atlanta plays hostess to a plethora of festivals year round. Whichever season you visit Atlanta, there are plenty of festivals to choose from. Springtime includes the Atlanta...more
Affordable AtlantaAtlanta hotels don't have to be expensive. One of the best ways to get a great deal on your hotel is to book your rooms as part of a vacation package that also includes Atlanta cheap flights and rental cars. There are websites...more
Atlanta on a budgetAn Atlanta vacation shouldn't break your budget. While that's certainly easy to doespecially while shoppingAtlanta's also a place where smart travelers stay well within their means. Cheap tickets to Atlanta are readily available,...more
Introduction of bad debtGenerally public never aware of such financial terms whether its credit card, credit card debt, good and bad debt, and much more. Bad debt is defined as an amount that is written off by the business as a loss to the business...more
Atlanta's tunesFrom blues and country to classical and jazz to hop hop and R&B, Atlanta has a thriving music scene. Famous musicians from Atlanta and nearby Athens include REM, Outkast, the Indigo Girls, the B52s and John Mayer, to name a few. ...more