Posted on November 25, 2020 | Categories: Budgeting, Personal Finances, Savings, Seasonal
The holidays are right around the corner which means it’s time to start crossing items off the gift list. Whether you’ve fallen victim to these mistakes before or are trying to avoid them this year, this list will tell you exactly what not to do when holiday shopping.
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Posted on November 18, 2020
Categories: Budgeting, Personal Finances, Savings
With the recent events taking place causing widely experienced job loss, it’s been a clear reminder of how important an emergency fund is. When layoff or other unexpected circumstances take place, having a fund to use for the time being will be what keeps the rest of your financial life going in a positive direction.
Posted on November 11, 2020
Categories: Cyber Security, Seasonal
‘Tis the season for spending time with family, making hot chocolate, building snowmen and, of course, buying presents! With the wonderful power of technology, we can surround the Christmas tree with gifts in just a few clicks. Keep reading to learn all about cyber safety while you shop this holiday season.
Posted on November 4, 2020
Categories: Budgeting, Savings, Seasonal
As joyful and exciting as the holiday season is, getting memorable gifts for your loved ones can bring about some financial stress. It’s always good to remind yourself that the price doesn’t always determine the quality of the gift you give. Rather than spending a fortune on big gifts that your loved ones might not even use, try one of these special gifts which are cheap and meaningful at the same time.
Posted on October 26, 2020
Categories: Budgeting, Personal Finances, Savings
Once you enter adulthood, your finances become your own and the major life purchases quickly approach. While not all of these purchases take place at the same time nor is everyone guaranteed to make them all, it’s common for the average person to make most if not all of these purchases at some point in time. Continue reading to be prepared for your financial journey in the future!
Posted on October 19, 2020
Categories: Cyber Security
While it may seem obvious to adults, knowing how to make safe decisions online isn’t always second nature for kids. It’s important that cybersecurity is taught before mistakes are made, and the earlier in their life it’s discussed, the better. How does a parent go about teaching online safety? Continue reading to find out.
Posted on October 12, 2020
Categories: Budgeting, Consumer Loans, Personal Finances, Savings
Just because your student loan payments don’t start right after you graduate, the sooner you start making payments, the better. Paying for the college student life is tricky enough, so paying off debt at the same time might seem impossible, but it’s doable with a few lifestyle adjustments. Continue reading to find out the best ways to make payments before you even graduate.
Posted on October 5, 2020
Categories: Budgeting, Personal Finances, Savings, Seasonal
It’s no surprise that holiday shopping can often put a big dent in the wallet, especially if you go in unprepared. After you make your shopping list, it’s wise to download some trusted apps on your phone to make the most of your savings while you shop. Keep reading to find out which app to download for different reasons.
Posted on September 21, 2020
Categories: Budgeting, Personal Finances, Savings
Not only does having an emergency fund give you a peace of mind, but it can help you avoid the stress of being in debt. The best time to start building your emergency fund is now! If you’ve heard all about the importance of having this fund but aren’t sure how to get started, keep reading.
Posted on September 14, 2020
Categories: Budgeting, Personal Finances, Savings
While struggling with debt isn’t uncommon, getting out of it as soon as possible is important. Student loans, car loans, credit cards and other payments can lead to your pile of debt getting bigger and bigger. So, what steps should you take if you are in debt? Keep reading to find out.
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