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DriveTime Ranked as Best Place to Work in IT by Computerworld

drivetime-best-place-to-work-itToday, IDG’s Computerworld announced the top 100 best places to work in IT for 2015, as they have done for the past 22 years. This was DriveTime’s first year being nominated for a culture award and I am pleased to share that within the mid-size business category, DriveTime earned the 15th spot!

“The 100 organizations on Computerworld’s 2015 Best Places to Work in IT list realize that attracting and retaining a highly-skilled technology workforce leads to competitive advantage,” says Scot Finnie, editor in chief of Computerworld. “In a tight market for tech talent, these outstanding employers attract the best and brightest IT pros with generous salaries and top-drawer benefits, then deepen their teams’ engagement with challenging, business-critical projects built around cutting-edge technologies. As a result, these winning organizations are best positioned to take advantage of the digital transformation sweeping through every industry.” Continue reading…

4 Awesome Gifts for Dad This Father’s Day

Give dad the day this Father's Day.

Give dad the day this Father’s Day.

Father’s Day is Sunday, which gives you just a few more days to put something together to thank him for all those times you shared playing with legos and letting you paint his nails. But if you haven’t gotten him anything yet, don’t feel like rushing to the store and picking out an expensive gift is what you have to do. Dad isn’t in need of something expensive, but of something that counts. Receiving a gift that means something from his family is going to go a long way on this special day.

If you are stumped on your father’s day gift ideas, then here a few options that your dad might just be thrilled about:

Clean/organize the garage

While this does not sound like the most thrilling activity in the world, and you feel that buying something is much easier, you aren’t wrong. However, it is the time spent on the act that matter since this case, and the fact that dad will have a garage that he can be more comfortable in. The garage is an important part of any father’s life, yet it often doesn’t see the same attention as the rest of the house. Continue reading…

Credit vs. Debit: Which One Should You Use?

Know when to use credit over debit.

Know when to use credit over debit.

While there are some consumers who caution against ever using a credit card, there are others who promote putting purchases on credit. The reality is credit cards play a significant role in society and when used properly, can help you build your credit. The trick is knowing when to use your credit and when not to.

If you struggle with finding a balance between using your credit card and using your debit card, here are a few helpful suggestions:

When purchasing items online

It is increasingly common to purchase things over the Internet, whether it’s a new shirt, a movie ticket or a home entertainment system. Everything can be found online these days. Continue reading…

Checklist: Get the Most Bang for your Buck on a Trade-In

Drive away with a better car than you traded in.

Drive away with a better car than you traded in.

Whether you are in the market for a new vehicle or will be in the near future, there are a few steps you should take to make sure your current ride is up to par. Trading in a vehicle is a great way to bring down the price of a new set of wheels. However, just because you are getting rid of your current car doesn’t mean you should neglect it before a trade.

Instead, you should put in a bit of work to ensure that whoever you are going to be trading the vehicle to is impressed and willing to give you a better value. If you bring a clunker into a lot and are looking for a trade, you might leave paying more for your new ride than expected. On the other hand, if you put in a bit of work and show up with a clean, properly functioning car, you are destined to be happy when you drive away.

Making sure you get the most bang for your buck doesn’t mean you have to put a bunch of money into the ride, just make sure it is in working order. Continue reading…

3 Tips for Saving This Summer

The kids are ready for summer - are you?

The kids are ready for summer – are you?

Summer is a time for enjoying yourself and making the most of the sunshine. To many people, this means sitting by the pool and reading a book. For others, this means checking out big-screen blockbusters that will make them laugh, cry and root for the anti-hero. But whatever your fancy is, there are many costs affiliated with summer activities as well.

While many people tell themselves they are going to save money during the warm months, this is not always the case. With weddings, vacations, children’s sports leagues and so many other things to do, it is important that you put together a budget for the summer.

While the warmth has already begun, there is still time to put a summer budget together before the activities get underway. Continue reading…