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01.16.24
Just Married: Individual or joint accounts?
If you’re a newlywed, you’ve probably discovered there are some adjustments that need to be made to your lifestyle. How you handle your finances as a couple is just one of them
01.09.24
What is financial wellness, and how do I achieve it?
You likely have heard people talk about financial wellness, but you don’t really know what it is or have any idea of how to achieve it
01.02.24
Buying a car: Used, new, or leased?
If you are looking for a new car, you have three main options: buy used, buy new, or lease. There are pros and cons to each decision
11.30.23
Five tips to help save money for holiday shopping
December is here, and if you haven’t already, you will soon be shopping for Christmas gifts. Studies show that 53% of people feel stressed financially when it comes to holiday shopping
11.23.23
Student loans have a variety of repayment options
More than 43.6 million borrowers have student loan debt, both federal and private. If you are among them, here are some things you should know about your repayment options
11.16.23
Plan for the future when leaving your job
So, you’ve decided to leave your job. You’re excited for a new opportunity, but what does the change in employment mean for health insurance, retirement savings, perks, and other benefits?
11.09.23
How to spot and prevent financial abuse
Each year, millions of senior citizens are victimized by financial fraud or theft of money, property, or valuable personal information. Knowing how to spot and prevent it will help you protect yourself and your finances
11.02.23
What does America’s credit downgrade mean?
On August 1, Fitch Ratings, one of the three primary credit rating agencies, downgraded the United States’ long-term credit rating from AAA to AA+, the second downgrade of U.S. debt in 12 years
10.23.23
Choosing the right self-employed retirement plan
You are self-employed and enjoy a certain amount of freedom. But that doesn’t give you an excuse to skip out on saving for retirement. In fact, being on your own makes putting money away that much more crucial
10.09.23
Should I consider buying pet insurance?
Everyone loves their pets. And despite our best efforts to keep them safe, injuries and serious illnesses sometimes occur. Vet bills for treatment can add up fast, sometimes into the thousands of dollars. A pet insurance policy can help you pay them
10.02.23
Frugality is a valuable financial tool
Pinching pennies does add up in the short term, but the long-term payoff is likely bigger than you think
09.25.23
How you give is as important as what you give
When significant assets are involved, did you know that how you give is just as important as what you give? With the right financial approach to your giving objectives, there could be significant tax advantages for you and the charity
09.18.23
Pay off debt by utilizing your home’s equity
Chances are that you have never looked at home equity as an asset. But it is, and you can put it to work for you paying off high-interest debt
09.11.23
The basics of health saving accounts
Both HSAs and FSAs are great options for saving money to pay for qualified medical expenses. To decide which account is right for you, carefully weigh each option
09.04.23
How do I open my first account?
The kind of account you start with will depend on your goals and what your bank offers. Opening an account is easy
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