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Financial Considerations When Getting Remarried

Preparing for marriage is always an exciting, joyful time. There are also financial considerations to take into account, and this is particularly true of couples who are remarrying after divorce or death of a spouse. Addressing these concerns before saying “I Do” can help minimize questions and concerns for both the couple and their extended […]

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Don’t Let Your Kids Catch You Making These Money Mistakes

When it comes to teaching kids positive financial habits, it’s important for parents to practice what they preach. If you talk about the benefits of frugality but your kids see you spending frivolously, which example do you think they’re going to emulate? Because actions speak louder than words, you don’t want to let your kids […]

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5 Ways Spenders and Savers Can Find Common Ground

If you believe the old axiom “opposites attract,” you won’t be surprised if you find yourself in a relationship with someone who’s different from you. But when money habits are one of those differences, your partner’s quirks can quickly go from charming to alarming. It is definitely challenging for spenders and savers to navigate being […]

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10 Financial Milestones for Kids of All Ages

When it comes to teaching kids about money, it can be hard to know where to start. Knowing the right time to introduce key concepts can help them retain the information and form the building blocks of understanding personal finances. Here’s a breakdown of key financial milestones for kids and when to start talking about […]

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How to Conduct a Family Financial Audit

With the school year in full swing and the holidays quickly approaching, it’s the perfect time to do a family financial audit. Don’t let the sound of it intimidate you. It simply means taking the time to evaluate expenses that affect the whole family and seeing where you can make adjustments to save money. Now […]

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Use Kids’ Allowances to Teach Financial Lessons

Kids and allowances. It’s one of those hot-button parenting topics on which everyone is guaranteed to have an opinion, and they’re all going to be different. We’re not here to weigh in on whether or not you should give your kids an allowance. That’s a decision for every family to make based on their unique […]

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Make Saving Money a Family Affair

Teaching kids of all ages important financial lessons about money and savings doesn’t have to be an unpleasant chore. In fact, it can actually be fun! The trick is to make conversations about saving money as frequent and natural as anything else you talk about as a family. Of course, what you talk about and […]

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5 Money Talks You Need to Have

If talking with others about financial issues makes you nervous, you’re not alone. Most people would rather do just about anything than have the “money talk.” But avoiding talking about important issues won’t make them go away, and can actually end up damaging your financial future. Here’s who you should have a money talk with […]

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Financial Moves Before Marriage

Is marriage in your near future? Before you say “I do,” you need to make sure you’re financially prepared for this major milestone. We have outlined six financial steps you and your partner need to take before walking down the aisle.  Open the Lines of Communication Have you already had the big “money talk”? Financial […]

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Five Ways to Help Aging Parents Navigate Finances

Use of technology among senior citizens continues to skyrocket, but many older Americans have difficulty using technological tools for financial matters, preferring instead the same methods they have always used. If your aging parents are experiencing financial challenges, here’s how you can help: Real-Time Banking Twenty years ago, you could write a check and then […]

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