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Lifestyle Budgeting
What is a Rainy Day Fund? Plus: How They Differ from Emergency Funds

The proverbial “rainy day” can be a lot of things: an upcoming medical procedure, replacing a broken windshield, or paying […]

Budgeting
Disposable vs. Discretionary Income

Disposable vs. Discretionary Income – What’s the Difference? Though often used interchangeably, disposable and discretionary income are actually two different […]

Budgeting
Should You Use a Budgeting App?

Should You Have a Budgeting App? Managing your finances can be a stressful and time-consuming task. With so many expenses […]

Budgeting
What is Zero-Based Budgeting?

A Zero-Based Budget: What It Is & How It Works When it comes to managing your personal budget and setting […]

Budgeting
5 Tips for How to Save Money on Your Electric Bill

How to Save Money on Your Electric Bill Do you ever feel like your electric bill keeps climbing? That no […]

Budgeting
New Year, New Financial Goals

New Year, New Financial Goals Creating a financial plan for 2023 When it comes to new year’s resolutions, the most […]

Budgeting
12 Tips for Online Shopping on Black Friday 2022

Online shopping tips to save and splurge during the year’s biggest sales! With Black Friday fast approaching, it pays (literally!) […]

How-To Budgeting
Great Tips for Saving Money on Groceries

How to shop for groceries on a budget It’s no secret that inflation is seriously diminishing the average American’s household […]

How-To Budgeting
How to Have A Successful Yard Sale

How to Prepare for and Have a Great Yard Sale Tips for Making Your Yard Sale the Best It Can […]

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The Essential College Supplies List for Parents

Back to College Must-Haves: A Guide for Parents The College Supplies Your Kids Really Need Start off by taking inventory […]

Lifestyle Credit and Taxes Budgeting
16 Questions to Ask Before Renting an Apartment

What to Ask When Renting an Apartment Renting an apartment is a big decision for anyone. Since most apartment rentals […]

Lifestyle Budgeting
10 Free & Cheap Things to Do with Kids This Summer

Inexpensive Summer Activities for Kids of All Ages The sun is out – just like school! – which means it’s […]

Lifestyle Budgeting
Read This Before Combining Your Finances After Marriage

What Married Couples Should Consider Before Combining Finances Four steps to managing your money as a couple. The knot has […]

Lifestyle Budgeting
12 Tips for Planning Your Dream Wedding

Get the dream wedding you deserve with smart wedding budget planning and more Getting married? Congratulations! But even though you’re […]

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Top 10 New Year’s Resolution Ideas & How to Keep Them

Top 10 New Year’s Resolution Ideas The New Year has come and gone, which means the new year’s resolutions we’ve […]

Budgeting
Saving for success – 8 types of savings accounts

Which type of savings account is right for your financial goals? Most Americans have checking accounts – they’re great places […]

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8 Unique Ways to Stay Warm This Winter

Let’s cozy up to new ideas for comfort. If the weather outside is frightful — or maybe just a little […]

Lifestyle Budgeting
The Annual Cost to Own a Dog. Can you Afford It?

How much is that doggie in the window? A lot more than you may think. What’s more idyllic than a […]

How-To Lifestyle Budgeting
How to Negotiate a Car Price

4 car buying tips to get the best deal. Got a case of new-car fever? It can really make you […]

Lifestyle Personal Loans Budgeting
Haunted by home improvement needs? There’s a loan for that.

Let’s take the scariness out of selecting a home improvement loan. Boo! That first hint of winter chill can send […]

Lifestyle Budgeting
5 Ways to Budget for the Average Cost of School Supplies

How to pay for elementary, middle school, high school, and college student expenses without breaking the bank New parents quickly […]

Budgeting
The 4 most important skills for entrepreneurs

Starting your own business? These entrepreneurial skills can set your venture up for success Everyone has a dream, and for […]

Budgeting
8 smart ways to pay for surprise medical bills

Health insurance doesn’t cover everything — remember these tips for unexpected medical expenses Nothing’s worse than spending time in the […]

Lifestyle Budgeting
5 tips to sell your house for a great price

Selling your home? Prep it for a fast sale with these key strategies   Selling your home takes a lot […]

Lifestyle Budgeting
Build your vacation savings for travel with smart saving strategies.

Dreaming about a bucket-list vacation, but not sure where to start in turning that dream into a reality? With the […]

How-To Lifestyle Budgeting
How to avoid used car expenses and save cash on repairs

Smart strategies to identify car maintenance issues when shopping for a used car. Everyone needs a reliable car for commuting […]

How-To Lifestyle Budgeting
How to plan for funeral expenses. The subject no one wants to talk about (but everyone should).

When we lose a loved one, we find ourselves in a state of emotional turmoil. No matter the situation, we […]

Lifestyle Budgeting
Pet Emergencies: The high cost of medical care.

5 ways to prepare for emergency veterinary care When a pet comes into our lives, whether by purchase, adoption, or […]

Budgeting
Baby Boomers’ financial concerns.

Are you really ready for retirement? If you were born between 1946 and 1965, you’re well aware of your unique […]

Budgeting
New year, new financial goals

Setting up a financial plan of attack for 2021 When it comes to new year resolutions, the most valuable could […]

Budgeting
Budgeting for millennials: A map to financial security.

Millennials are a dynamic force of 75 million people. They make up nearly 25% of the total U.S. population, 30% […]

Lifestyle Budgeting
6 tips when budgeting for the holidays

When it comes to budgeting for the holidays, it’s all about personal finance. Learn when to start saving, what holiday […]

How-To Budgeting
How to teach kids about money

Financial training can be as easy as 1, 2, 3. When is the right time for you to be teaching […]

Lifestyle Budgeting
15 ways to lower your energy bills.

While temps are high, it’s good to look for ways to bring energy usage down. Taking a few steps during […]

Lifestyle Budgeting
7 Tips for the Perfect Staycation

Fun ideas to enjoy vacation time from the comfort of your own home. Ever think of your home as a […]

Lifestyle Budgeting
Smart tips for saving money while stocking your pantry

A well-stocked pantry can save money, time, and stress. “And when she got there, the cupboard was bare” is perhaps […]

Budgeting
Find a penny, save a penny: 8 ways to reduce financial clutter and save money.

Keeping up with financial commitments can be overwhelming even in the best of times. Reducing the clutter of multiple debts […]

How-To Budgeting
How to ease your mind by starting an emergency fund.

Don’t let an unexpected expense derail your financial future.  Sometimes, when life gives you financial lemons, you can no longer […]

Budgeting
Big bills, big problems.

A big unexpected expense like a doctor bill or car repairs can put the squeeze on your budget. But if […]

Budgeting
No Budget? No Problem.

Five Easy Steps to Create a Budget There are a million things you’d probably rather do than make a budget […]