Summer is still months away, but no one will blame you for looking ahead toward a possible warm weather vacation. After 12 months of lockdown life, dreaming of a getaway is not only understandable, it might be just what we all need right now. And now is the time to start budgeting for a vacation […]
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Divorce & Finances: How to Financially Prepare for Divorce
Nobody wants to think about getting divorced, and planning for an emergency scenario or major life event is hard enough as it is without juggling divorce and finances simultaneously. The unnerving reality of relationships, however, is that, statistically speaking, one third of marriages will end in divorce — and the divorce rate in 2020 may […]
Grow Your Garden With Only a Little Green
By Sean Pyles Gardens can take many shapes — expansive beds of seasonal vegetables, decorative plants stuffed into an apartment, a shelf of herbs growing near a kitchen window. Whatever the configuration, the fundamentals are the same: seeds, soil, care — and cash. That last ingredient can be the hardest to come by. But no […]
Paying for a Summer Vacation on a Budget: Your 3 Best Options
Summer is here and vacations are calling. Whether you’re dreaming of an exotic trip or a weekend getaway, it can get pricey fast. Wondering if you can afford a summer vacation, and if so, what’s the best way to pay for it? Estimate the Cost and Adjust As Necessary Last summer, Bankrate estimated a vacation […]
7 Financial Questions to Ask Your Partner
For most couples, discussing finances isn’t exactly romantic—at times, it’s downright awkward. This Valentines day, we want to help couples avoid those awkward and potentially damaging conversations. Here are seven important questions every couple should discuss before taking the next big step, whether that’s moving in together or getting married. How much have you saved? According […]
Seven Tips for Sticking to Your Budget While Traveling
With the end of summer right around the corner, you might be thinking of squeezing in one last getaway. Whether you’re embarking on an old-school road trip or an international expedition, sticking to your budget is always important.
