We’d be “lion” if we said saving was easy. Given how important financial skills are to navigating life, it’s surprising that our schools don’t teach children about money. Parents are the number one influence on their children’s financial behaviors, so it’s up to us to raise a generation of mindful
Spring cleaning! Time to flip your mattress, dust the ceiling fans, and organize your finances. If you’re unsure where to start, here are some helpful guidelines to getting your fiscal house in order: Create a Basic Filing System Organize your important documents into easy to find folders. Sort your papers
Money issues seem to be the number one source of conflict for most couples. You are 4 times more likely to flight about finances than kids, jobs, housework or friends. One scary statistic from Consumer Affairs states that 1 in 5 Americans have spent $500 or more without telling their
Valentine’s day falls on a weekend again this year, which could mean this popular holiday night could be busier than usual. Save your cash and try one or some of these romantic gestures this year: Throw a Progressive Dinner – Get some friends together for a unique multi-home experience. Each
Check heating filters once a month . Although there will be a minimal cost up front, this can extend the life of your heater. A dirty filter will make the system work harder, using more energy (and costing you more) in the process. Fix air leaks in doors and windows.
The big game is this weekend and while it’s not the most logical time to be thinking about retirement during your party planning, the two actually have a lot in common. Apply these football strategies to your savings plan to win big: 1. Small gains can go far As long
If you’re trying to figure out how to afford your child’s higher education costs, you’ll want to make the most informed decisions possible. One of the best places to start is a 529 College Savings Plan which are state-sponsored, tax-advantaged savings accounts that can be used to pay for qualified college
The best time to start thinking about the next holiday is when you return from the last one. This gives you enough time to put things in perspective and start saving up. Develop the discipline to save by opening a Holiday Savings Account! What are some of the benefits: 1.
Getting out of the revolving cycle of debt may seem intimidating, but you’ve set the goal: this is the year you stop juggling your debt! According to CreditCards.com, the average American adult has $4,878 in consumer debt. Not all debt is bad, and if managed properly, can increase your credit
(Originally appeared on bankrate.com) 1. Don’t get sucked in by store credit cards Credit cards are nice to have if you can manage them wisely. They can help build your credit and are a safe piece of mind in the case of an emergency. But signing up for all of the
