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Christmas Shopping Saving Tips
Christmas can be a financially stressful time of year, but by following a few tips, you can still spread the holiday cheer without totally busting your budget.
Read MoreDecember 2, 2016
Christmas can be a financially stressful time of year, but by following a few tips, you can still spread the holiday cheer without totally busting your budget.
Read MoreNovember 21, 2016
When your friends and family ask you what they can bring to contribute to the meal, take them up on it! Many times people feel uncomfortable asking their guests to bring food, but just because you’re hosting the dinner doesn’t mean you need to do all the work!
Read MoreNovember 3, 2016
Rewarding careers don't always come with a steady paycheck. For people who work in agriculture, construction, tax preparation, entertainment, landscaping or other types of freelance and seasonal businesses, income may vary wildly depending on the time of year. This uneven cash flow makes budgeting especially challenging, but it's by no means impossible.
Read MoreOctober 11, 2016
Halloween is the one time of year we all get to dress up and pretend to be someone or something we’re not. It’s a holiday that brings out our creativity and lets us celebrate with spooky costumes and candy. However, Halloween isn’t all just fun and games; but also a major contributor to the US economy.
Read MoreSeptember 28, 2016
No matter what stage of life you are in, retirement should be something you are thinking about. Whether you are graduating college, raising a family, or looking to retire in the next 5 years you should be finding out what you will need to retire comfortably. Life expectancy is rising, so in return you need to make your retirement last longer or have a larger retirement fund.
Read MoreAugust 21, 2016
When it comes to student loans it can be a large task to figure out what is right for you. Applying for college is stressful enough, so we have put together an overview of the student loans out there and how to stay on top of them.
Read MoreAugust 12, 2016
Whether you are newly retired or a family looking for fun, RVs are a great way to travel the country. However, as with anything, expenses can add up. Check out these great ways to stay frugal while you are on the road.
Read MoreAugust 4, 2016
According to National Retail Federation’s annual survey total spending for K-12 and college back-to-school shopping for the average family is expected to reach $75.8 billion, up from last year’s $68 billion. To help keep your costs to a minimum this year we’ve put together a few helpful budgeting tips.
Read MoreJuly 18, 2016
With the summer season finally here, it’s time to get the sunscreen out and barbecues ready. The hustle and bustle of summer has just begun, and unfortunately along with the high temperatures can come high costs. Luckily we have a list to help you supersize your savings this summer and avoid breaking the bank.
Read MoreJune 29, 2016
When you’re planning for college, the first question is often which school to choose. But just as important is the question of how you’ll pay for it. That’s why we’ve partnered with Sallie Mae® to bring you their 1-2-3 Approach to Paying for College. These three steps can help you make more informed, responsible financial decisions for a big investment in your future.
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