Just when you thought the summer was starting, kids are rushing out to pick up pens and binders and the latest gadgets for their next year of school. This year approach your back to school shopping with a little more strategy to ensure that you stay on budget.
Read MoreOne of the most important things you can do to take control of your finances is to create and stick to a budget. But there are some times in life when you have to revisit and make changes to that budget.
Read MoreWhat better time to start fresh than a new year?! This year make saving your resolution with these tips to bulking up your savings account and reduce debt.
Read MoreThe holiday season can be a trying time for those of us on a budget. Luckily there are a few days where prices are lower and deals are aplenty.
Read MoreThere are a few bills you simply cannot cut but that doesn’t mean you are stuck paying a ton of money forever. With a few lifestyle adjustments and tools you can cut your utility bills and save more money at home.
Read MoreLiving within a budget is not always cut and dry. Some months you will see success and some months you will see failure. What can you do to turn a bad month into an opportunity to better your financial habits?
Read MoreIt’s that time of year! Back-to-school shopping is well under way and you will probably spend way too much on school supplies. How can you make better choices this school year?
Read MoreAre you looking forward to getting away? Have fun this summer by planning a road trip that will bring you joy and not strain your wallet.
Read MoreHow prepared are you for the unexpected? If you are like most Americans then you aren’t very prepared at all. Starting an emergency fund is not only a strong financial move but also one that can help give you some peace of mind.
Read MoreOne of the best parts of summer is the opportunity to travel! Whether you like going somewhere with sandy beaches or places full of history and culture one thing you don’t want to bring home is a ton of credit card debt.
Read MoreYou’ve decided that you are going to work on paying down your debts - that’s great! But where on Earth do you start finding money in your every day life?
Read MoreWe all have a tendency to get a little out of control with our spending from time to time. One thing that can put it all into focus for us is creating a budget. Never has this been easier with a number or programs and apps that can track and manage your finances.
Read MoreSticking to a budget isn’t always easy - especially if you are used to buying whatever you want whenever you want it. But a little commitment and some simple helpers can make you more financially sound in no time.
Read MoreHoliday season is right around the corner. Now is the time to get your travel plans in order to snag the best deals and get where you are going the way you want.
Read MoreSummer is the time when pretty much everyone has a bit of wanderlust. But if you're on a budget right now or saving for a new home you may not think you have the cash for a trip this season. The truth is you can travel and have a great vacation while sticking to your budget...
Saving money is tough but sometimes you don't have to completely eliminate things that make you happy to put some money in the bank.
Read MoreLife is rarely as predictable as we would like. Disaster, illness, and unemployment can all throw a budget into disarray so how can you plan for the unpredictable?
Read MoreTaking control of your finances doesn't sound easy or like much fun but is essential in turning your credit around. Budgeting doesn't have to take a ton of time or stifle the fun in your life. With a few simple steps you can become more in control of your finances, get rid of some of that pesky debt and start saving more.
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