November 25, 2021 1:00 am | Leave your thoughts
The holidays may be a time of giving and joy, but they may also be a time of financial stress. Before you rip your hair out, here are 5 ways to set money boundaries during the holidays. Quick Overview 1. Identify Wants vs. Needs Prices for consumer products fluctuate around the holiday season. Typically, this...
November 18, 2021 5:53 pm | Leave your thoughts
The holidays are a great time to focus on gratitude. With a holiday literally dedicated to giving thanks and spending time with family and friends, it is pretty easy to do – on that one day. Why should we only give thanks in November and December? Determining how to be more grateful will improve your...
November 15, 2021 3:54 am | Leave your thoughts
In the world of traveling, spending money is almost always at the forefront of your adventure. That’s why you’ll want to save money for traveling with these 7 cheap travel hacks! How to Save Money for Travel Travel off-season Book in advance Walk or use public transportation Use money-saving apps or websites Use credit card...
November 15, 2021 3:49 am | Leave your thoughts
December is on its way and the holidays are just around the corner. You probably want to feel excited about Christmas, but sometimes the holidays feel more like a burden when all the gifts are coming out of your wallet. We get it. In fact, The National Retail Federation predicts that American consumers will spend...
August 12, 2021 9:17 pm | 1 Comment
There comes a time in our lives when we will need – or want – to retire. Some individuals can retire sooner than others. Regardless of when you retire, you need to make sure you have enough money saved. So, how much do you need to save for retirement? Let’s dive in. How Much to...
August 11, 2021 10:43 pm | 1 Comment
Is it better to save or invest your money? Saving and investing are two different methods of growing wealth that share similar characteristics. Both have their pros and cons. We’ll talk about how to build wealth with either option. What’s the Difference Between Saving and Investing? The difference between the two is straightforward. Saving money...
July 19, 2021 9:12 pm | Leave your thoughts
Nearly every bank pays you interest when you deposit your cash with them. Yay for free money! Well, don’t get too excited. Did you know that the national average interest rate for a savings account is around 0.06 percent, according to the FDIC? For example, if you deposited $1,000 into a savings account that earns...
September 28, 2020 10:24 pm | Leave your thoughts
Our pockets are tighter than they have ever been thanks to COVID-19. We are now looking for ways to hold on to every penny that we have and make each one grow. This is where prize-linked savings come in. Think of these savings accounts as a safe and fun way to save money and invest...