caraccioli Archive
Ready to Leave the Nest But Not Ready to Leave the Perks
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Videos
More than 40% of 20-somethings end up moving back with their parents at least once. Call it the Boomerang generation. So it wasn’t too hard for me to find someone who fit this description for my show “We Owe What?” Elana Nolan’s... (more...)
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Awkward Moments
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Videos
My first car was a Ford Festiva- sub sub compact with a stick shift. Great- except I didn’t know how to drive a stick! Worst part for me was getting in first gear while at a stop light on a hill. That rollback was terrifying! I actually would put... (more...)
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Is Your Man (or Woman) Your Financial Plan?
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Featured, relationships and money
Marilyn, Lauren and Betty had fun with the idea of marrying into money with their 1953 movie “How to Marry a Millionaire.” More than 50 years later you would be surprised how many people think their money problems will go away because they... (more...)
Tags: caraccioli, livewellhd, love and money, man financial plan, relationships and money
Faith and Finances: Meet the Chandlers
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Videos
The Chandler family is devoted to their church, but has lost faith in their finances. Even after downsizing to a smaller house, Nate and Thilana still find themselves in the red each month. With bills mounting and five children to feed, the Chandler family... (more...)
Tags: caraccioli, chandler, tithe
The Difference Between Tax Credits and Deductions
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under tax
A question I get a lot is, “What is the difference between a tax deduction and a tax credit?” The Answer: A tax deduction is something that reduces how much taxable income you claim. A tax credit is something that directly reduces how much... (more...)
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Buy Used and What to Never Buy Used
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under saving, shopping
By Mary Caraccioli My work has me visiting families all over the country with one mission, to help them get in good financial shape. In order to help others, I have also had to make sure my own house is in order. So to keep within my own budget I have... (more...)
Tags: buying used, caraccioli, when not to buy used
Does eBay Still Matter?
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Videos
This mom seems to think so. Personally, I don’t use it anymore. I encountered too many shady business practices with some of the sellers. No doubt, there are some shady buyers out there too! My diminished enthusiasm aside, the digital age has made... (more...)
Tags: caraccioli, eBay, Groupon, money
Can You Mix Money with Art?
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Videos
Ask most artists, from painters to poets, and they will tell you they don’t think about money. I think this is a big mistake. Your art does not need to be motivated by money, but to protect your creations and to get them made in the first place,... (more...)
Tags: caraccioli, liam dean, lombardi play
Can You Get Out of a Car Lease Early?
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Videos
Lisa’s question answered! Let me know if you have a question by hitting the contact button on the navigation bar. Have a great day! -Mary Read More →
Tags: car lease, caraccioli, money
Relationship Skills Worth Learning
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Videos
We all have heard “it is not what you know it is who you know.” While the saying is a gross over-simplification, there is some truth to it. First, you do have to know your stuff because being skilled matters. But then you also need to know... (more...)
Tags: caraccioli, networking, relationship building
ASK MARY: Banking Online, Is it Safe?
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Videos
Tags: banking online, caraccioli, money
When You Become a Parent to Your Parent
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Videos
It is easy to see why Gene loves Nicolina so much. But managing what is best for her and for him is no simple task. Read More →
Tags: caraccioli, caring for aging parents
Refi a Car? Yep. But is it a Good Deal for You?
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Videos
Keep the questions coming! Here is a good one about auto financing. If you have a question just click on the contact button on the nav bar. -Mary Read More →
Tags: caraccioli, MARY, money, refinance car
Housing Market Future: Grim or Great?
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Announcement
Find our for yourself – by attending a terrific event sponsored by the Global Interdependence Center. 29th Annual Monetary and Trade Conference Welcoming Remarks: - George Tsetsekos, Dean, LeBow College of Business, Drexel University - David... (more...)
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Let Your Stuff Take Care of YOU!
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Videos
Whether we’ve bought it, inherited it, or found it- all of us have put effort into collecting the “stuff” in our home. Some of that stuff could be of real value. So before you throw that old side table or grandma’s art collection... (more...)
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Get the Boss (or anyone) to Commit
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Videos
If you’ve ever wanted anyone to “commit already” then you will love Shawn’s advice. She teaches us how to get bosses, boyfriends, clients and colleagues to sign on the dotted line. It all starts with a conversation. Read More →
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Where do you find LiveWell TV?
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Announcement
I get this question a lot. LiveWell TV is a new network that was created by ABC-TV, linking together the second channel each owned and operated station received when broadcasters converted to digital. There is a lot of original lifestyle programming... (more...)
Tags: caraccioli, livewell tv, Mary Talks Money
ASK MARY: Credit Card Fraud
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Videos
You have credit cards, but what if your card info gets into the wrong hands? How well are you protected? Here is what you need to know. Read More →
Tags: caraccioli, credit cards, MARY, money
Job Search: Word Games Hiring Managers Play
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Videos
Are the words on your resume making you stand out? Get insider information about the word game hiring managers are playing and see how mastering this lingo could have you earning more. Read More →
Tags: caraccioli, jobs, mary money
Zac Posen and Chanel for $5? Shopping for a Cause is a Great Deal!
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Videos
Find out how to score designer clothes for as little as $5 and get an amazing bonus too! Read More →
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Eat Cheap and Eat Well!
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Videos
We love a discount but when is cheap bad for you and when is it a true bargain? I take you shopping at a grocery outlet and show you how to spot trouble and how to spot a deal that is worthy of your cart! Read More →
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Home Time: Advice to Make Your Home Project a Success
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Videos
Two HGTV guru’s and yours truly, visit Adam and Karen of FYI Philly to share our tips for making your next project a success. From making your home healthier, to the art of a good plan, to paying for it all, we are at your service. Enjoy! -Mary... (more...)
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Help My Boss is a Crackberry!
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Videos
How do you leave work at the office when you’re constantly connected? Read More →
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What are Energy Efficient Mortgages?
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Energy, housing
I have been getting a lot of questions on the loans I discussed in a recent show. The loans are part of the FHA’s Energy Effecient Mortgage Program. This article offered by hud.gov helps to answer a lot of the questions. Good luck with your project!... (more...)
Tags: 203b, caraccioli, RENOVATION
Teach Kids Good Money Habits, Even if You Need Help Yourself!
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Kids, Videos
Your kids learn their lessons about money from you. Even if you are financially unfit, you can still be a great money mentor. Here is how. BTW Sorry for the misleading headline on the video. This is not a story on tennis as you will see when you click! Read More →
Tags: caraccioli, financially unfit, kids and money
Social Media Strategies to Build Business
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Featured, Videos
Facebook, My Space, Twitter, there are ways to turn a profit using social media. Find out how Read More →
Tags: caraccioli, MARY, money, social media
Negotiate This!
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Personal Development, Videos
Whether it’s in the office or out shopping, good negotiating skills can help you get what you want. See how a professional negotiator strikes the best deal. Read More →
Tags: caraccioli, MARY, money, negotiate
Is Online Banking Safe? Your Questions Answered!
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Videos, money
I get a lot of great questions each week and try to tackle as many as I can. Here are a few that I have been asked more than once. If you have a question- just hit the “Contact” tab at the top of the page. Read More →
Tags: Ask Mary, caraccioli, MARY
Ask Mary: How to Save When You are Just Starting Out
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Videos, saving
More of your questions answered. If you have a question hit the ‘contact” tab at the top of the screen. Read More →
Tags: caraccioli, MARY, money, saving
What Are Your Questions About Bragging?
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Uncategorized
If you watched the story about bragging (above) and the interview that followed- then you probably can relate to either Lisa or to Amy. Our bragging pro says both introverts and extroverts are looking to strike the right balance when it comes to talking... (more...)
Tags: caraccioli, MARY, money
Family, Money and Business Start-ups
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Videos, entrepreneur
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Recession Officially Over – the Pain is Not
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Economy
By JEANNINE AVERSA AP Economics Writer WASHINGTON (AP) – The longest recession the country has endured since World War II ended in June 2009, a group that dates the beginning and end of recessions declared Monday. The National Bureau of Economic... (more...)
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Get a Job: The Paycheck
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Job search, Videos
Tags: caraccioli, job, MARY, money
Mary Talks Money on TV
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Announcement
Where can I see your show? It is a question I get a lot. Mary Talks Money is my newest television show. It is produced by ABC and WPVI-TV for the local owned and operated stations. It can be seen weekends on ABC stations in NY, LA, Chicago, Philadelphia,... (more...)
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Time to Buy a Car?
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under shopping
Next 30 Days are Best Time of Year to Buy Car This was sent to me from my pal Jeannie Fallon from Edmunds.com SANTA MONICA, Calif. — August 25, 2010 — Edmunds.com, the premier online resource for automotive information, today announced that according... (more...)
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US Open Starts Tomorrow
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Sports Business
I love the US Open. It is an end of summer tradition for my family. It is an event I have both worked and attended for more than a decade. It is now part of my DNA. There is something about the electricity of New York City, combined with the final... (more...)
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The Art of the Yard Sale
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Videos
I love yard sales, tag sales, garage sales, flea markets, or whatever you wanna call em sales! I have to admit I enjoy going to them more than I like having them. No matter which end of the deal you like to be on, there are things you should know before... (more...)
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Daymond John: Make Like a Shark in Your Job Search
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Job search, Videos
Daymond John, founder of the FUBU clothing line and one of the sharpest Sharks on ABC-TV’s Shark Tank, gives fantastic advice to those of you looking for work. Listen to this guy- he figured it out! Read More →
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Your Elevator Pitch
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Job search, Uncategorized
It used to be the only folks who had to master the 30 second elevator pitch were in Hollywood. Now we all need it. Not just because the job market is so awful- that is part of it. But even after the unemployment rate falls there will still be a need... (more...)
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See Ya Later Slater: Is the 15 Minutes Up Yet?
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Lifestyle
By SAMANTHA BOMKAMP/ AP Airlines Writer NEW YORK (AP) – A rogue JetBlue flight attendant’s explanation that an uncooperative passenger caused him to melt down and slide down a parked plane’s emergency chute may not hold water, the airline... (more...)
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Economy: No Easy Fix
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Economy
By JEANNINE AVERSA AP Economics Writer WASHINGTON (AP) – The Federal Reserve has little power left to lift the economy out of its rut. Congress, with an election looming, has no appetite for more stimulus. Shoppers are reluctant to spend, and businesses... (more...)
Tags: caraccioli, Economy, fed
Craigslist Shopping Tips
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Videos
Today we go shopping online, looking for bargains in the bountiful world of classified ads – known as craigslist. Yes it has been around for years— but there are a few things that keep some of us from jumping on the band-wagon. For starters—you... (more...)
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The Benefits of Bartering
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Videos
If Money is tight you may still be able to get the house painted or car fixed, thanks to the not-so-new idea of bartering. Here is how one community is doing it. Read More →
Tags: bartering, caraccioli, MARY
Back to School with Money Left Over
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Kids, Videos, parenting, shopping
Tags: back to school, caraccioli, cost of kids. school age kids, Kids, Mary Talks Money
Try This! Great App for Smartphones
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Videos
There are a lot of fun and innovative apps for smartphones. But few actually save you money. Pageonce is one that will. I love this free app. It not only helps you keep track of key bills and services, it will notify you when you get close to running... (more...)
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Life on a Short Leash
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Uncategorized, the working life
What do you get when you mix a tough economy and job market with amazing wireless technology? The answer is a really long work day. Most of us have to spend some of our “personal” time conducting business. Who hasn’t received that off... (more...)
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Ask Mary: IRA Conversions
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under tax
Robert asked: CAN YOU GIVE US THE GENERAL PARAMETERS FOR MAKING THE DECISION TO WHETHER CONVERT FROM A TRADITIONAL IRA TO A ROTH IRA? ROBERT THANKS FOR THE QUESTION. ROBERT- A LOT OF FOLKS ARE ASKING ABOUT THAT HOT TOPIC RIGHT NOW. LETS START WITH... (more...)
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Marriage and Money Part 2
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Personal Development, Videos, relationships and money
Did our couple survive their knock down drag out money fights? Find out! Read More →
Tags: caraccioli, marriage and money, Mary Talks Money, relationships, robi ludwig
Marriage and Money Part 1
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Personal Development, Videos, relationships and money
Do you have fights about money. They are probably tame compared to what this couple went thru. There is help. Read More →
Tags: caraccioli, love and money, marriage and money, Mary Talks Money, relationships
What Successful Dads are Teaching Their Kids
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Videos, parenting
Steve Forbes and Jim Rogers are celebrities on Wall Street. But both men prefer family life to cigar filled rooms. Here are a few of the lessons they are teaching their own kids to help them live up to their potential. Read More →
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