Making the Nice List with Your Credit Card
It’s that time of year and Santa is coming to town. He’s made his list and he’s checking it twice but which list are you on? Here are 4 tips for using your credit card responsibly to stay on the…
3 Ways to Tidy Up Your Finances
One thing’s for certain and that’s that the holidays are underway! The key to a financially successful 2019 is to start in 2018! Here are three ways to tidy up your finances before the new year. First things first: get…
6 Essential Money Moves to Make Before Year End
2019 is right around the corner, are you prepared? There's no reason to wait until January to manage and make financial goals. Making essential money moves can keep you on track for years to come. Max out your 401(k) –…
Financial Resources I’m Thankful For
There comes a time in all of our lives where we need a little guidance - and as difficult as it may be to ask for help, I'm so thankful for the abundance of resources that I have when it…
3 Steps to Fixing Your Money Worries This Season
Worrying about money is natural. Almost everyone’s done it at some point. But worrying also could be a sign that there are serious problems you’re avoiding — a persistent little reminder that these problems are not going away. So if…
Sales to Take Advantage of this Season
The autumn season brings fall colors and cooler temperatures, and October brings the start of holiday sales. It’s a time when retailers want to move out their remaining summer inventory, as well as discount some new winter items. Here are…
Emergency Fund—Start Small, Think Big
Many people wonder how they can build an emergency fund when they’re trying to pay off debts. It isn't as hard as you might think. The strategy is to start small, change a few habits, and change your mindset. If…
Shopaholics Anonymous: Curb Impulse Spending and Start SAVING!
It’s Monday, and there’s a million and one things that you just HAVE to have right now! Kohls is having a sale and Amazon just emailed you about a great deal! Unfortunately, you have bills to pay and necessities to…
10 Ways You’re Throwing Money Down the Drain
Open your wallet, take out a $5 bill, light it on fire, and throw it away. That’s pretty much the process of buying a Starbucks latte when you could make something similar at home! Money down the drain. Here are…
Newlyweds: Don’t Let Financial Stress Take the Cake
Newlyweds! You did it! You survived the whirlwind of caterers and photographers and you can now live the peaceful married life... Well, maybe. Wouldn't we all love a world where everything went smoothly after the wedding and honeymoon? Unfortunately life…