Author Archives: Laura Adams, Quick and Dirty Tips

5 Strategies to Manage Finances During Coronavirus Uncertainty

By Laura Adams, Quick and Dirty Tips | April 24, 2020 - 1:00 pm |April 24, 2020 Uncategorized

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Feeling uncertain about how to handle your money or investments during the coronavirus pandemic? Continue reading →

How to Manage Unemployment and Lost Business Income

By Laura Adams, Quick and Dirty Tips | April 22, 2020 - 1:00 pm |April 22, 2020 Uncategorized

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Find out how to get all the benefits you’re eligible for after losing a job or business income due to the coronavirus crisis. Continue reading →

8 Investing Rules to Follow Even When the Stock Market Drops

By Laura Adams, Quick and Dirty Tips | March 31, 2020 - 3:00 pm |March 31, 2020 Uncategorized

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No matter what happens in the stock market, these eight rules will help you invest wisely. Continue reading →

5 Effective Ways to Get a Loan with Bad Credit

By Laura Adams, Quick and Dirty Tips | March 20, 2020 - 3:00 pm |March 20, 2020 Uncategorized

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If you have bad credit or no credit, getting a loan may be a challenge, let alone a loan with a manageable interest rate. Continue reading →

Should You Pay Down PMI or High-Interest Debt First?

By Laura Adams, Quick and Dirty Tips | March 16, 2020 - 1:00 pm |March 16, 2020 Uncategorized

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Getting it right is essential to a healthy financial bottom line. Continue reading →

How to Create a Personal Finance System for Money Success

By Laura Adams, Quick and Dirty Tips | February 20, 2020 - 2:00 pm |February 20, 2020 Uncategorized

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Discouraged by your financial life? Money Girl’s four-part system will help you simplify your personal finances and do more with your money. Continue reading →

Your Guide to Claiming a Legit Home Office Tax Deduction

By Laura Adams, Quick and Dirty Tips | February 6, 2020 - 2:00 pm |February 6, 2020 Uncategorized

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Does your side gig, freelance work, or small business qualify you to claim the money-saving home office tax deduction? Find out how to save money this tax season. Continue reading →

3 Affordable Financial Safeguards to Protect Your Health and Income

By Laura Adams, Quick and Dirty Tips | December 20, 2019 - 2:00 pm |December 20, 2019 Uncategorized

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Protecting your health and income isn’t a luxury, it’s a necessity. Continue reading →

13 Warning Signs That You Have a Debt Problem

By Laura Adams, Quick and Dirty Tips | November 11, 2019 - 2:00 pm |November 11, 2019 Uncategorized

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Learn red flags to watch out for that could prevent you from building wealth and solutions to turn around your financial life. Continue reading →

Should You Stop Saving for Retirement to Get Out of Debt?

By Laura Adams, Quick and Dirty Tips | October 10, 2019 - 1:31 pm |October 10, 2019 Uncategorized

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Should you save for retirement or get out of debt? It depends on your circumstances. Money Girl answers a listener question and provides a five-step guide to help you prioritize your precious financial resources. Continue reading →