-Editorial In Imperial Valley, often described as California’s “Devil’s armpit,” the region faces unique economic challenges. With 21.1% of its population living below the poverty line—well above the national average of 12.5%—the Valley struggles with financial hardships. Unemployment, hovering at a high 19%, exacerbates the issue, contributing to the 36,100 …
January, 2025
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8 January
Holiday Spending Fueled Credit Card Debt Surge Globally
-Editorial The 2024 holiday season brought joy to many but left an alarming financial burden in its wake. A significant spike in credit card debt, both in the U.S. and around the world, has highlighted the economic challenges faced by consumers as they balance festive spending with rising inflation and …
November, 2024
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19 November
Prepare Financially for 2025: Resolutions to Start Now
-Editorial As the year winds down, November presents an excellent opportunity to set financial resolutions for 2025. The U.S. Consumer Affairs Office offers actionable insights to help you secure financial stability in the year ahead. Start by addressing your credit: evaluate your score and work on building or repairing it …
July, 2024
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24 July
Good Credit: The Key to Financial Freedom
By: Ellie Burgueno John Rockefeller once said, “The most important thing for a young man is to establish a credit, a reputation, and a character,” and he was certainly right! In today’s financial landscape, a good credit score is more than just a number – it’s a key that unlocks …
July, 2023
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12 July
How Unnecessary Expenses and Poor Financial Habits Can Burden Your Future?
By: Ellie Burgueno We often find ourselves caught in a daily routine where seemingly insignificant expenses add up over time, taking a toll on our financial well-being. From indulging in morning coffees to subscribing to multiple streaming services, these ant expenses can gradually bury us in debt without us even …
June, 2023
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4 June
Navigating Debt Consolidation for a Better Financial Well-being
By: Ellie Burgueño COLUMN: ADDED VALUE As an avid practitioner of credit management, money handling, and income diversification, I have ventured into the realm of personal finances, becoming a trusted columnist in this field. However, my thirst for knowledge remains unquenchable. Every day presents an opportunity for me to expand …
May, 2023
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18 May
The Hidden Perils of Bad Debt: How it Can Devastate Your Financial Well-being
By: Ellie Burgueno PERSONAL FINANCE COLUMN: ADDED VALUE In today’s consumer-driven society, debt has become a common part of many people’s lives. While some debt can be managed effectively, there is a particular type that can inflict severe damage on your financial health – bad debt. Debt can be a …
April, 2022
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6 April
PRICES OF VIRTUALLY EVERYTHING ARE INCREASING, BUT DO YOU KNOW EXACTLY WHY?
-Editorial In retrospect, it is possible to assess that 2022 was a year expected by practically everyone given its promising conditions regarding the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. And yes, the new year brought with it an encouraging outlook, in which the epidemiological traffic light for Mexico managed to turn …
November, 2021
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13 November
Financial Education Week Brings Knowledge to Mexicans Abroad
-Editorial To sensitize the population about the importance of developing sufficient financial capacities, to manage and make the best use of resources as well as to guide Mexicans living abroad, the National Financial Education Week (SNEF) was a great success in 2021. In collaboration with the National Commission for the …
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5 November
Challenges and Obstacles of Women Entrepreneurs
By: Ellie Burgueño The challenges and obstacles that women entrepreneurs face today are many, as we continue in the fight for equal rights and dignified treatment, as well as the fight for the recognition of our achievements and capabilities. Listing the most relevant challenges is a task I gave myself …
