National Dollar Day commemorates the day the U.S. Congress established the monetary system for the United States. But did you know that it took decades for American colonists to adopt the U.S. Dollar widely? Read below for eight fun facts about the U.S. dollar that you probably didn’t know. [...]
It’s never too early to begin saving for the holidays. Create a holiday savings plan and goal to help make your family’s holiday wishes come true. […]
Excuses are common when it comes to finances. It’s easy to make excuses when it comes to achieving savings goals, so it takes a conscious decision to get out of your own way. You can take some small, manageable steps to help you build better habits and implement ways to [...]
Is how you spend your time a part of your financial life & budget? It should be. Time is money. We have all heard that saying. So, why not factor the time for tasks into how our money is being spent? […]
Many people have a hard time sticking to their goals once they’ve set them. Often that’s because they don’t have an actionable plan. If you’re ready to increase your financial wellness and take steps towards your financial success, check out these easy tips that will get you on the right [...]
Sometimes it can feel like you need thousands of dollars to move the needle on your finances even a little bit. So if you find yourself with a few hundred dollars–say from a tax refund or an unexpected windfall–the temptation to spend it can be great. After all, how much [...]
Getting your first apartment is one of the big milestones in a young adult’s life. It can also be a little frightening since you don’t know exactly how much money you’ll need to get by. But if you follow these easy tips, affording your first apartment will be a breeze. [...]
Its estimated 6 million people get engaged on Valentine’s Day. Now that a week has gone by of posting, calling, & texting the great news, what is the next step for these lucky couples? Time to make a budget! It is the least exciting part of your wedding, but it [...]
Speed hiring, the latest trend in recruiting, is being used by companies large and small in today’s competitive market. Organizations say the swift process is saving time and they feel the instant gratification will attract talented candidates. Here are some speed hiring techniques used by some brands using this practice [...]
Add your child as an authorized user to your credit card and pay the bill on time. When your child becomes 18, they will have already have a head start. This can create a great credit score and will create an advantage when they start their adult financial life. Read [...]
