Articles by Thomas (TJ) Porter

TJ Porter has in-depth experience in reviewing financial products such as savings accounts, credit cards, and brokerages, writing how-tos, and answering financial questions. He has also contributed to publications and companies such as Investment Zen and Echo Fox. He aims to provide actionable advice that can help readers better their financial lives. Education: B.S. in Business Administration, Concentration in Information Systems from Northeastern University.

5 Signs You Need to Open a Business Checking Account Photo of Thomas (TJ) Porter Thomas (TJ) Porter 5 Signs You Need to Open a Business Checking Account If you run a small business, you might be tempted to use your personal checking... How to Invest in 5G Stocks: The Future Telecom Network Technology Find out how you can invest in 5G stocks and own shares of companies that are pioneering the new telecommunications network technology. After Death, What Happens to the Credit Cards Debt? Learn what happens to the credit card debt of a deceased, will you or other family members will be responsible for the unpaid credit card balance. When Do Credit Cards Go to Collection Agencies? Photo of Thomas (TJ) Porter Thomas (TJ) Porter When Do Credit Cards Go to Collection Agencies? It’s a major fear for many people: having one of their debts get sent to a... Should You Use a Personal Credit Card for Business Expenses? Photo of Thomas (TJ) Porter Thomas (TJ) Porter Should You Use a Personal Credit Card for Business Expenses? If you’re a sole proprietor or a small business owner, you probably have to buy... How to Cash in on Credit Card and Bank Bonuses at the Same Time Many banks allow consumers who are opening an account to do the initial funding by credit card so you can earn bonuses for credit card and bank sign ups. Which Brokerages Offer Pre-Market Trading? Find out which brokerage allow investors to trade during the pre-market hours, when some may want to get the jump on the trading action before everyone else. What is After-Hours Trading? How Does it Work? Photo of Thomas (TJ) Porter Thomas (TJ) Porter What is After-Hours Trading? How Does it Work? When people think about the floor of the New York Stock Exchange one of the first... Should You Max Out Your 401(k) Early in the Year? Photo of Thomas (TJ) Porter Thomas (TJ) Porter Should You Max Out Your 401(k) Early in the Year? The 401(k) is one of the most popular retirement accounts in the United... Family Member Stole Your Identity to Open Credit Cards: What to Do Find out what to do if family members, such as a parent or spouse, steal your identity to open credit cards and rack up a large amount of debt in your name.