Entering the real world is exciting. For young professionals this often means getting your first career-track job, moving into your own place and taking full control of your finances. While everyone wants to get started on the right foot, there...
When saving money for a child’s college education, tuition isn’t the only concern. A recent survey by the College Board found on-campus room and board accounts for more than 50% of the total cost at in-state schools. That cost can...
Even if you’re an old hand at budgeting, you probably get tripped up by the occasional “unexpected” expense. One-off expenses like car registration fees, annual HVAC maintenance appointments, and even routine medical expenses can throw even the most detailed budget...
Budgeting doesn’t have to be time consuming, and it doesn’t have to be difficult. In fact there are some simple steps that anyone can take to make budgeting easier. Make It a Priority The first step is simply deciding you...
You hate debt. You got out of debt once and vowed you’d never let it happen again. But here you are – stuck in debt again. It’s not fair! How did it happen so quickly? And what can you do...
Whether you’ve resolved to get debt-free in 2014 or you have a long way to go, it’s good to be inspired. Look at people you know who are already living debt-free lives. Whether it’s a friend, family member or co-worker,...
It’s easy to find ways to spend money. Dinners out, new shoes, charities, trips, activities for the kids, etc. It’s not so easy to keep spending in check. If you’re looking to regain control over your finances, we’ve got three...
With 2014 underway, New Year’s resolutions are a dime a dozen. Study after study concludes that annual resolutions are rarely kept. In the words of Mary Poppins, resolutions are like a pie crust promise — easily made, easily broken. Resolutions...
It’s easy to find ways to spend money. Dinners out, new shoes, charities, trips, activities for the kids, etc. It’s not so easy to keep spending in check. If you’re looking to regain control over your finances, we’ve got three...
Insurance is supposed to protect you from the unexpected. The idea is you pay a little over time and the insurance company then covers the financial burden if disaster ever strikes. Car accidents and illnesses can be costly, so car...
