Money problems and infidelity are two of the quickest ways to bring down a relationship, but when combined, they can be downright lethal. Unfortunately, “financial infidelity” is a fairly common occurrence in American relationships. According to a Creditcards.com poll, 32% of Americans in a serious relationship have cheated financially. That included spending more than their partners would be Continue Reading
How to Fit Travel into Your Financial Plan
After two years of a pandemic, many of us are itching to travel again. If that includes you, then let’s take a look at some of the ways you can book a vacation without destroying your budget: Make a Travel Plan Ahead of Time If you want to avoid hurting your financial goals for the year, then definitely plan for your trips ahead of time. As early into the year as possible, map out what your year Continue Reading
How to Teach Your Kids About Giving
The holiday season is here, and there is no shortage of opportunities to give. Between charitable donations, toy drives, food collections and generosity for family and friends, this is the ideal time of year to get your kids involved in giving. Getting your kids involved in giving helps them to learn about empathy, appreciate what they have, and consider how their actions affect others. It can Continue Reading
Can You Afford that Home Renovation Project?
All that time at home over the past year has made a lot of us eager for a change of scenery, which has resulted in many, many home renovation projects. By now, I think we’re all familiar with the allure of a fresh coat of paint or a new countertop after being stuck in the same place for so long. But before you buy supplies or look up contractors, don’t forget to consider your budget and financial Continue Reading
Review Your Summer Financial Goals
The beginning of the year is buzzing with that motivational new year energy - but what about when summer hits? For most people, their new year’s resolutions are forgotten by February. By the middle of the year, you might find yourself running on autopilot instead of planning and acting with intention. Infuse your summer with some of that Jan. 1 energy, and you can still finish out the year with Continue Reading
Financial Milestones You Should Celebrate
Managing your finances can feel like it’s all work and no play. But it’s not just about self-control, delayed gratification and complicated spreadsheets. You can, and should, leave room for celebrating. When you think of financial milestones, the big one that probably comes to mind is paying off debt. This is a huge goal for so many people, and it’s highly visible, meaning you know when you’ve Continue Reading
How to Practice Financial Self Care
It’s been a full year of the COVID-19 pandemic, and for some people, it has been extraordinarily challenging. For others, it’s been more of an inconvenience. But almost all of us are not quite where we expected to be in 2021. As you navigate the changes you may have made to your financial plan, don’t forget to cut yourself a break, too. The past year has been difficult for everyone, and there Continue Reading
How to Plan a Money Date Night (That You Won’t Dread!)
“Date night” and “financial planning” are two things you might not usually put together. However, with a little planning and an open mind, a money date night can be responsible and romantic. Not convinced? Here are some reasons you should incorporate money talk into your usual date night plans: Plan a Money Date Night - Because Money Matters Money may not be everything in a relationship - but Continue Reading
Roundup: How to Set Achievable Financial Goals
A few weeks into the new year, how are your resolutions going? Have you veered off course? If you have, you’re not alone: Most people ditch their resolutions by February. If your resolutions are already losing steam, don’t worry: You still have plenty of time to make a plan that works for you. Here’s how to set financial goals that’ll hold up even through another uncertain year: Find the Finish Continue Reading
How to Support Your Community This Holiday Season
2020 has hit small businesses hard, and the hits keep coming this holiday season. With few people allowed in stores and some services and group activities shut down, it’s going to be even more important to rally around your favorite small business over the next couple of months. The best way to support your community during the holidays is to continue to invest in small businesses. Focus on Continue Reading
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