January is the time when we look back on the previous year, learn from it, and make resolutions to make the coming year even better. The New Year is a great time to look over your finances and decide what goals you want to achieve. Take a moment to think. What are your goals? Here are a few ideas to get you started.
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Even if saving has never been your thing and money is tight, the coming of a new year is an opportunity to change old financial habits. Here are some ways to become a more efficient saver.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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