If you have thoroughly dried out from what was one of the wettest spring seasons on record, you’re probably jumping at the chance to start prepping for summer. But before you hit the stores looking for full-price grills and the latest summer fashions, consider these 4 things you can find on discount in June. Spring

For millions of Americans, credit card debt is a very real part of life. In fact, there is over $1 trillion in credit card debt among Americans right at this moment. And at one time, I was a part of that statistic. Navigating my finances after college was a challenge. The majority of every paycheck

April is Financial Literacy Month and at Union Savings Bank, it’s a special time of year. We celebrate the opportunity to talk about ways to budget and save money that can bring your financial goals within reach. After all, setting financial goals is the first step toward buying a home, sending kids to college, or

There are so many things that demand your attention on a day-to-day basis. You are already thinking about your budgeting and savings goals. Why not use tools that can help you reach them while also saving you valuable time? If you’re ready to simplify your life, here are 4 online and mobile tools to help

In any given year, you are working toward a list of short-term savings goals. These may include your next vacation, monthly utility payments, and contributions to your rainy day fund, among other things. If you have ever struggled to balance saving for short-term goals and staying motivated to save for the long term, you’re not

Meal planning is a top tool for nutritionists and workout aficionados alike. But did you know that meal planning can also be the recipe for a healthy household budget? In the U.S., we waste up to 40 percent of harvested food annually. Environmental ramifications aside, this is a lot of hard-earned income being tossed in

When to use cash or credit is an intense debate among financial experts. The answer to this long-standing question is…it depends. There are many factors to consider when deciding to use cash or credit. If you’re looking to rein in your spending, using cash to cover unexpected expenses can help you stay on track. Here

Much of New England may still be under several inches of snow (or more), but believe it or not spring is just around the corner. If spring cleaning is a part of your end-of-winter routine, you can look forward to more than tidy rooms and fresh air. Spring cleaning can also help you refresh your

Just as everyone has unique savings goals, no two savings plans are exactly alike. And the savings plan you have today may not be the same as the plan you follow five years from now. Here are 6 savings and budgeting tips for every stage of life that can help you keep your plan on