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It's easy for the true meaning of the holidays to get lost among the financial stressors. However, it is possible to savor all the joys of the season without going broke. In this educational series, we'll help you uncover hidden costs associated with the holidays and identify opportunities to save.
Solutions for the Most Common Money Pitfalls: Tips for Organizing Your Finances
Many parents are filled with mixed emotions as “back to school time” comes around each year. They’re excited for their kids to venture outside of the house and hit the books, yet they’re fearful of the costs associated with it. Books, backpacks, supplies, clothes, extracurricular activities, tuition...the list goes on and on...
Summer Money Essentials
The warmer months offer ample opportunities to cut costs and boost savings. You can potentially save hundreds of dollars a month by taking advantage of seasonal opportunities and reorganizing your daily routine. Here’s how to get started:
Housing Smarts 101
From foreclosure prevention, to first-time homebuyer tips to effective uses of home equity, Housing Smarts 101 will equip you with basic knowledge every homeowner – or aspiring homeowner – should know.
Issues involving love and money can be quite complex. While financial success can bring couples closer together, even the strongest relationships can crack amid pay...
Mixing family and finances can lead to delicate situations. Whether you’re seeking help or willing to assist a loved one in need, it’s important to take steps to preserve your relationships before money switches hands...
It takes an incredible amount of time and effort to create a comfortable nest egg – and only moments to shatter it. Schemers and crooks are continually developing new ways to snatch your hard-earned money, credit history and good will...
Unemployment can be one of the toughest financial challenges we face. It’s often unexpected and can cause serious strains on our relationships and lifestyles. However, some personal reflection, government programs, support of loved ones and a little creativity can significantly lessen the resulting burdens...
Would you spend $20 on a soda or $100 on a T-shirt? Probably not, especially if the cashier is only ringing up a few bucks. However, when using a credit card to make purchases, the price tag only represents a portion of the total purchase... Read Full Article
The so-called "American Dream" is much different today than it was a couple years ago. The recession serves as a somber reminder that hard work alone can't sustain a lavish lifestyle. It’s just as important to live within... Read Full Article