5 Winter Items to Buy Now
February and March can be unpredictable months when it comes to weather with temperatures that plummet well below freezing one day and soar up to spring-like conditions the next. The good news is that these fleeting weeks of winter routinely bring deals and discounts on a wide range of products. Here are 5 things to
Check In on Your 2019 Savings and Budgeting Resolutions
As we all know, it’s much easier to play Monday morning quarterback than it is to make split-second decisions in the pocket. But unlike the defeated L.A. Rams in last night’s big game, you still have time in the first quarter (of 2019) to set your budgeting and savings resolutions back on a winning trajectory.
Staying on Top of Your Finances in 2019
At the start of a new year, we’re driven by our goals and are willing to make changes to our daily routines in order to reach them. Staying focused and goal-oriented all year long can be challenging, but that doesn’t mean your goals are out of reach. Using this momentum to create some positive budgeting
Paying Down Holiday Shopping Debt
The most wonderful time of the year can quickly give way to one of the most stressful times of the year. As bills start coming in, even the most budget-conscious shoppers can find themselves with some holiday debt. Learning the right approach to handle your holiday shopping debt and how to avoid it can help
Your 2019 Budgeting Checklist
Before the ball drops on December 31st, make sure you set aside some time to finalize your 2019 budget. Knowing what you’ll need to spend in the coming year will help you stay on track toward your savings goals. To start the year off right, add these 7 steps to your 2019 New Year budget.
Your 2019 Savings Checklist
Start a savings plan Whether you are saving toward a goal on the horizon or years down the road, right now is the best time to start a savings plan. Working with your household budget in mind, start a savings plan by mapping out your current expenses and finding opportunities to put money into savings
Last-Minute Holiday Shopping Tips
The biggest shopping weekend of the year is finally here. Whether you’re gearing up for door buster sales or settling in for some online shopping, you are probably hoping to check several items off your holiday shopping list over the next few days. Before you get started, make sure you brush up on these last-minute
4 Ways to Stick to Your Holiday Shopping Budget
Once the last trick-or-treater has left your doorstep, it’s time to shift gears to Thanksgiving and, of course, the shopping trifecta that follows. Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday bring special deals and discounts for all kinds of items. Thanksgiving is still a few weeks away, but there is plenty you can do
Low-Stress Ways to Reach Your 2019 Savings Goals
Reflecting on 2018 as it comes to a close, how do you feel about the money you saved? Whether this is the year that you bought your first home, paid off your college loans, started thinking about retirement or simply made ends meet, sometimes sticking to your savings plan comes in second (or third). With