Are you investing your money the right way? Are you investing your money at all? An Individual Retirement Account (IRA) can help you take advantage of the best investment weapons at your disposal, but where does one start? You may be asking yourself things like “do I really need one?” or maybe even “what is […]
Read More →Say good-bye to postage fees and missed payments and say hello to online bill pay. Did you know more than half of all bills in America are paid online? That’s right – 56% to be exact. Now you may be asking yourself one of two questions, either “why isn’t everyone paying their bills online?” or […]
Read More →We get it – running a business can sometimes feel like the whole world is crashing down on you. But, opening a checking and savings account for your small business can help you prepare financially for growth opportunities or unexpected emergencies. It’s a smart step to take for future financial success. Can’t I just use […]
Read More →Trade cold weather for sunshine without thinking twice! Here’s how to plan ahead and keep your sanity while you take off for the holidays. Budget Flights Do your research! Check tons of airlines, then check them again. Airlines and their flights are ever-changing, so make sure to be flexible with your dates and your destination. […]
Read More →Tis the season to get wrapped up in holiday spending! Studies show holiday sales are expected to top $1 trillion this year. Don’t make this year a repeat of last, toss your current gift list away and start at square one. Here’s your holiday spending survival guide. Invest in Yourself Yes, it’s the season of […]
Read More →Those who have been dreaming of snow and listening to Christmas music for months can rejoice – it’s finally acceptable to deck the halls! Here’s how you can save money on decorations, presents and more this holiday season! Start In Advance Make your holiday budget early using all the receipts from the past season. Utilizing […]
Read More →Halloween is right around the corner and this year, it’s coming with a price tag. Studies show 157 million Americans who plan to celebrate the holiday will together spend an estimated $6.9 billion on everything from candy to costumes. That breaks down to $2.6 billion dollars on purchasing costumes, $2.08 billion on candy, and $1.96 […]
Read More →Halloween is right around the corner, and those trick-or-treaters down the street aren’t the only ones out to give you a scare! These tips will help you avoid frightful fraud schemes! Keep your eyes peeled Whether it’s in the form of a text message, email, or phone call, scammers often pretend to be someone you […]
Read More →It’s almost time to bid summer farewell, fall is just around the corner! Before you start making plans to spend your hard earned cash from your summer job on all the Pumpkin Spice Lattes money can buy, consider these tips to keep your finances in check this Fall. Farmer’s Markets Scope out your local Farmer’s […]
Read More →He just got on one knee and you said “yes,” you’re engaged! Now what? Before you start pinning the most perfect flower centerpieces and wedding planning tips on Pinterest, it’s time to pull up a seat and have the talk you’ve both been avoiding…the budget talk. While wedding planning can be exhilarating, it’s important to […]
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