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Tips for Cybersafety, After a Disaster
February 5, 2020
Consider these tips to confidently give to relief efforts and deter fraudsters after disaster strikes.
What’s the Best Option: Cash, Debit, or Credit?
February 4, 2020
Making a conscientious decision about when to us cash or debit versus credit should be an intentional part of your financial strategy. Here are some reasons why.
Spending Package Includes Sweeping Retirement Plan Changes
February 4, 2020
The SECURE Act may have the largest impact on retirement planning since the Pension Protection Act of 2006. Many provisions offer enhanced opportunities for individuals and small business owners, but there is one notable drawback for investors with significant assets in traditional IRAs and retirement plans.
Setting and Achieving Financial Goals
January 14, 2020
Do you ever wonder where you are really going, financially? All too often, financial dreams are abandoned in lieu of life’s practical obligations. They may seem unachievable, or even silly. But they’re not. You can go from dreaming to achieving financial health by following these five steps.
What to Do If You Suspect You're a Victim of Fraud
January 3, 2020
If you suspect you’re a victim of fraud, here’s a list of five action items you can take to recover as quickly as possible.
How to Invest* for Your New Baby
January 3, 2020
There’s one item on your to-do list after a baby is born that should be automatic: opening a savings account for their future. Here are three ways you might get started.
Pay Yourself First!
December 10, 2019
Take a deep dive into what it means to pay yourself first, and how you can achieve this goal consistently.
Five Behaviors for Finding Your Credit Zen
December 10, 2019
Our financial health is complex and composed of many important parts. Understanding how to spend intentionally is one of them, particularly when it comes to credit. If you’d like to reap the rewards that come with credit cards, consider these five behaviors we’ve identified as milestones on the journey to Credit Card Zen.
Are You Ready to Retire? Ask Yourself These Seven Questions
December 5, 2019
If you are thinking of retiring, take this retirement readiness test.
Ready to Buy a Home? Here’s What Not to Do
December 5, 2019
You’ve heard all the advice about what to do to prepare, but there’s more to it than that. Before you begin looking at homes and negotiating a contract, you should know about some moves that could significantly hurt your chance of getting that home loan. Here are three things not to do when a new home purchase or even a refinance is in your future.
Rebuild Your Credit in Six Easy Steps
December 5, 2019
If you’re like most people, your credit score is only fair. If you have not yet achieved a rating of good or better, read on for five practical, doable steps you can take to get there.
Three Tips to Conquer Irregular Expenses
December 5, 2019
Do you struggle to come up with the cash to pay for your insurance premiums, taxes, or other periodic expenses? If so, you’re not alone. When you pay for something only once or twice a year, it’s more challenging to budget for it successfully. But a little planning can go a long way. Follow these three easy tips to make paying for periodic expenses easier.
Four Priorities for Finding Your First Home Faster
November 13, 2019
Ready to buy your first home? Consider these four search priorities to find your first home faster.
Five Reasons to Consider Life Insurance
November 13, 2019
Life insurance is more than just a way to pay the bills if something happens to you. Consider these five reasons to get life insurance.
Better Research Returns Better Outcomes on Auto Loans
November 13, 2019
If you’re ready for a new car, even if it’s just new to you, do your homework first. Here are three ways better research usually ends in better outcomes.
The Benefits of Online Banking
November 13, 2019
Are you still holding on to that checkbook? Times are changing. There are more benefits to online banking that you might realize. Here’s our top 10 list of reasons to go digital when it comes to banking.
Social Security 101: The Basics
November 5, 2019
Social security: It’s that thing we hear about — and pay into — our entire working careers. But what do you really know about social security? Here’s the 4-1-1 on this longstanding government program.
Does a Money Market Make Sense for You?
October 4, 2019
What is a money market account, and does one have a place in your financial plan? Find out if money markets can make sense, and cents, for you.