There’s no other way around it, having a child is expensive. It’s a joyous expense but a hefty one all the same. From formula to diapers and the pressure to save for college, you need a sound financial plan and a whole lot of love when you become a parent. And, unless you work from […]
Financial Wellness
Saving vs. Investing: What’s the Difference?
Commonly confused, both as words and concepts, saving and investing are not the same. There are similarities between the two, but let’s look closely at saving vs. investing to learn how each approach to putting money aside can help you today and in the future. What Is Saving? Saving is a term used for safely […]
13 Ways to Save Money on a Tight Budget
If you’re one of the many Americans living paycheck to paycheck since COVID-19 struck, you likely haven’t thought much about saving for the future over the past 12 months. And you may be wondering how to live on a budget and save money at the same time. Believe it or not, there are many ways […]
The 9 Best Ways to Use Your Stimulus Check
Now that the $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan has been signed, money from the third round of COVID-19 stimulus checks is arriving in millions of bank accounts. In this post we’ll look at how you might consider using your stimulus check. But first, let’s answer the one question you may be asking about the new […]
How to Save for Retirement at Any Age
When you talk to people about how to save for retirement, you’ll likely hear one of three things… I’m too young to worry about retirement. I’m too old to start. I’m already saving. Aside from the final reply (well done!), such thoughts are incorrect but sadly all too common. People just starting on their employment […]
Better Money Habits: 9 Steps to Developing a Positive Money Mindset
How do you feel about money? Do you feel anxious, overwhelmed or at ease when it comes to your bank account balance, monthly budget and ability to save for your future? The answers to these questions make up a part of your overall money mindset. It’s important to have a positive money mindset because it […]
