Category Archives: Economy

Good News for Those Who Need Debt Consolidation!

Posted on September 29, 2010 by elliek

This week on ABC NEWS, I was able to share GOOD NEWS for those who are in need of help! Consumers in a post recession economy are easy prey for advertisements that claim their company can reduce your debt by … Continue reading →

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Prioritize Your Debt – What to do With Unpaid Bills

Posted on April 21, 2010 by elliek

Recently, on ABC NEWS, I talked about the fact that some parts of the country still have unemployment in the double digits while other employees are facing cutbacks in hours and salaries. More and more people are having a hard … Continue reading →

Posted in Bill Paying, Credit Card, Economy, FICO, Taxes | 2 Comments

When Two Incomes Become One – WIN A BOOK!

Posted on October 21, 2009 by elliek

Here is another chance for you to win a copy of Ellie’s newest book, The Little Book of Big Savings (Waterbrook, 2009) by having Ellie answer your question on ABC News Now. Do You Fear Unemployment?Are you a two income … Continue reading →

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Is the Recovery for Real?

Posted on October 20, 2009 by elliek

One of my favorite musicals is The Phantom of the Opera. I’ve seen it on Broadway, in Spokane and in Los Angeles and it’s always a powerful reminder of the phantoms we struggle with in life. This recession has been … Continue reading →

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Is the New Frugality Here to Stay? — Ellie on FOX NEWS – Neil Cavuto

Posted on September 8, 2009 by elliek

A new study by research firm AlixPartners indicates that when a new normal sets in after this recession is over, Americans will spend at about 86 percent of their pre-downturn level. Today, I was on Neil Cavuto to discuss with … Continue reading →

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