Tax Day Tips to Help You Prepare
Does anyone else get anxious when it comes to filing your taxes? This year, tax day for those of us in Texas has been extended until June 15, 2021 due to the winter storms this past February. I'm using this…
Choosing Your Financial Institution
What was the very first financial choice you ever made? It likely took place before your first job, even as far back as when your annual income consisted of Tooth Fairy money and lucky pennies. The very first financial decision…
16 Tips For Back To School Shopping
The first day of school may look different than it has in year's past. For some it may mean a virtual learning environment while for others it may be an in seat learning environment. Whichever learning environment your child will…
How Should I Spend My Stimulus Check?
The stimulus checks promised in the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act are starting to land in checking accounts and mailboxes around the country. The $1,200 granted to most middle class adults is a welcome relief during these financially…
Navigating Through Emergency Funds
As we continue to tread through these uncharted waters that have financially impacted many Americans, I felt it important to discuss emergency funds. One question that I have had come to mind is "what expenses should be dealt with through…
Taking Care of Banking Business During the Pandemic
The COVID-19 virus has impacted everyone’s life and regular routines are being affected, including taking care of banking needs. Fortunately, most of your banking can now be handled safely online, via your mobile device, or by landline. My credit union,…
5 Resolutions to Trim Spending and Reduce Stress
With the new year approaching, now is the perfect time to make a resolution to save more money. These five tips will help you trim spending, beef up savings, and reduce stress. Pay it off. Pay off your credit cards…
Money-Saving Tips For Holiday Gifts
Gift giving does not have to break the bank this year. Here are my 5 tips that will help you save money on gifts this holiday season. Create a gift budget. Figure out the total you can afford, then calculate…
Earn Quick, Extra Money for the Holidays
Millennials are no strangers to the side hustle – that second job or occasional gig so many have taken on for extra cash. The phenomenon has given rise to what's called the "gig economy." A multitude of apps and websites…
National Online Banking Day
National Online Banking Day is observed annually on the second Monday on October, along with Columbus Day. This day was established in 2015 to emphasize the value, ease, and convenience of banking on-line. So here's my question, have you taken…