We all have fun goals we dream about: traveling to a new destination, checking off a bucket list item, purchasing something extravagant, or going all out for a special occasion. Like any other financial goal, turning these kinds of dreams into reality requires steady, consistent financial planning. By implementing effective money-saving strategies, you can make Read More
Posts Categorized: Budgeting
Healthcare budgeting with Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
Managing your medical expenses effectively in today’s ever-evolving healthcare landscape is crucial. Healthcare costs continue to climb as an ailing and aging American population drives demand for services. Robust health insurance plans with reasonable monthly premiums are becoming increasingly hard to come by, particularly for small business workers and self-employed professionals. Many people are signing Read More
Intentional spending in a swipe it and forget it world
It’s becoming almost too easy to spend money. No cash? No problem. Credit cards will do just fine. No wallet? That’s okay. Simply tap your phone and be on your merry way. Pretty soon you’ll be able to “buy” something at a store without ever having to stop at the checkout counter. How convenient is Read More
Is your lifestyle financially sustainable?
Sustainability, whether something has the ability to last, comes in many different forms. When you’re talking financial sustainability, it’s all about finding the right balance. Are you able to live for today and plan for tomorrow? Can you be content with your lifestyle now and make positive steps toward a life you’re dreaming of sometime Read More
#Trending: What’s been on our radar in the world of finance
Happy summer! As the first half of 2019 ends, take a step back and see how far you’ve come this year. Mid-year is the perfect time to reevaluate and refocus on your annual financial goals. A lot of questions have come our way lately about saving money, particularly for big life milestones. Here’s a recap Read More
Top 10 quotes to boost your financial resilience
We all know life can throw the unexpected our way sometimes. The goal is to have the financial flexibility to be able to successfully navigate those situations. Here are a few of our favorite quotes to inspire you to give your financial resilience a leg up:
How to simplify (and pay off!) your credit card debt
It doesn’t take much to get into credit card trouble in today’s “swipe it and forget it” economy. Nearly every store is plastic-for-payment friendly. You don’t even have to open your wallet! Tapping your phone or watch will do. Online shopping is easier than ever. Months can literally fly by without your having to touch Read More
Small home living: The BIG financial appeal of a littler footprint
The appeal of small home living has really been catching on. Many people are shying away from buying super-sized homes and opting for a much littler footprint for their family, even though bigger, more expensive houses are a viable option. The reason? There’s a lot of financial benefit to keeping your housing costs down. One Read More
Top 10 quotes to change your financial mindset
Looking for a bit of quotable inspiration to help achieve your financial goals this year? Look no further! Here are a few of our favorites:
Empty nest goals: Raising financially independent kids
As parents, we’re often looking for that magic formula. What can we do to make sure our kids are successful? Now, the term “successful” can mean all sorts of different things to different people. But your expectations likely include that when your children become adults, they’ll be able to get along just fine with the Read More