PALO ALTO, CA — (Marketwire) — 01/05/12 — As Americans resolve to start fresh in 2012, many want to improve their financial fitness. From tackling debt and saving more to just getting organized, Pageonce, the popular daily finance service for mobile devices, provides simple advice and a powerful tool to help Americans take control of their money and bills.
“Money is cited as one of the leading causes of stress in America. 2012 is the year to take the fear out of finances,” said Guy Goldstein, Pageonce CEO. “Americans have the power to take back control, and technology is here to help. If you can reduce financial stress, you can actually relax and enjoy life more.”
Start by changing how you use credit cards. The average American household has nearly $15,000 in credit card debt. Regain control by paying off the card with the highest interest rate first and as quickly as possible. Utilizing less of your available credit will boost your credit score, which is often reviewed by lenders, landlords, car companies and even employers. Also, pay your bills on time to improve your credit score.
With all of life-s daily expenses, saving may seem impossible. Make it a priority to pay yourself a percentage of your monthly income, which is automatically put into a separate account. Once it-s done, you won-t even miss it. Make this money accessible by keeping it in something like a money market account.
Take advantage of technology to streamline your financial life. Set up electronic , track accounts online, and reduce the stress of managing finances. Consolidate credit cards and bank accounts, and get rid of paper clutter with . If you have a smartphone or tablet, use it as a financial tool that gives you remote control anytime, anywhere.
Pageonce is dedicated to simplifying everyday finances. The Pageonce Money & Bills service offers clarity and control over all accounts in one single place, automatically organizing bank and credit card accounts, tracking transactions, paying bills, and sending real-time alerts. With more than 5.5 million users in the U.S. and Canada, Pageonce is available free on iPhone, iPad, BlackBerry, Android, Windows Phone 7 and the Web. Launched in 2008, Pageonce is a top-rated app in the finance category, the recipient of Android Editor-s Choice award and an Apple top app of 2010 and 2011, and is featured in the iPhone and iPad App Starter Kits. Privately held and based in Palo Alto, Calif, Pageonce is funded by Morgenthaler Ventures, Pitango Ventures, and Silicon Valley angel investors. For more information, visit .
Contacts:
Margaret Huang
(415) 867-1626
David Cumpston
(415) 277-4917
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