How to Cut Social Spending

Posted on September 14, 2022

We all enjoy eating out and spending time out with friends here and there, but it can add up! When looking for ways to be social, but cut back on your spending, it can feel like you’re not allowing yourself to fully indulge and have fun. Should you go out to eat or spend a night out on the town? Absolutely yes, socialization is something we all enjoy in our own way. Check out these tips to cut spending, but still enjoy yourself here and there.

What is a Credit Score and Why is it So Important?

Posted on August 17, 2022

Categories: Financial Education, Savings

We all heard to have a good credit score, but many people do not know what a credit score is - this is ok, we are here to help! Having a good credit score is a lifeline for your future, so it is very important to know what a credit score is, how it can be positively and negatively impacted, and why it is so important to everyone. Take a few minutes to brush up on your knowledge of credit and how you can have a good credit score.

6 Ways to Cut Expenses for Sweet Summer Savings

Posted on August 10, 2022

Categories: Savings

We all can probably agree that we’d love to have additional savings to go towards summer expenses. Whether you need to save extra for an upcoming vacation, want or some summer fun, we’ve got some easy tips for you to reduce expenses for sweet summer savings. Shift your mindset to summer savings with these simple tips.

At-Home Summer Activities for Kids

Posted on August 3, 2022

Categories: Budgeting, Savings, Seasonal

Summer is here and that means it is time to start planning out those summer activities. If you haven’t started brainstorming your summer fun, no worries - we’ve got you covered with these warm-weather tips for ultimate summer fun! Whether you’re planning for the sitter, your own kids, grandkids, or just need something fun to do, take a few minutes to add some activities to your outdoor summer to-do list.

How to Teach a Teen to Save

Posted on July 20, 2022

Categories: Financial Education, Savings

Teaching a teen to save can sometimes be a struggle as they do not necessarily understand the benefit. Whether your teen is years away from getting a job or heading off to college, teaching them the benefit of saving now and how to effectively do so will hopefully help them avoid learning tough lessons later in life. Enjoy these tips on how to effectively teach a teen to save and share with your teen!

How to Save When Eating Out

Posted on July 13, 2022

Categories: Budgeting, Personal Finances, Savings

Eating out is sometimes more than just giving our body the nutrients it needs, it can be fun, different than the norm, and can be a social outing. We all need to eat to live, but for those who live to eat out, here are some tips to lower your bill but still enjoy that meal out here and there.

Most Common Money Mistakes to Avoid This Summer

Posted on July 6, 2022

Categories: Budgeting, Personal Loans, Savings, Seasonal

We all tend to want to relax, let loose, and have a little extra fun in the summer months. Don’t let that summer fun lead to overspending or big money mistakes. Maintain your budget by reading up on the 12 most common money mistakes to avoid this summer.

Best Practiced Retirement Savings Tips for College Students

Posted on June 27, 2022

Categories: Budgeting, Personal Finances, Retirement, Savings

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Spring Clean Your Budget

Posted on June 13, 2022

Categories: Budgeting, Personal Finances, Savings

Spring is here and that means we’ve got some spring cleaning to do! This year, you’ll want to be sure to add ‘budget’ to your to-do list. Spend some time doing a deep dive into your finances and budget plan to boost determination for the rest of the year. Give yourself a budget refresh with these 4 tips.

Spring Energy Saving Tips

Posted on May 18, 2022

Categories: Savings

As the weather warms up, it is smart to think about how you can save money and energy this spring and summer. Here are some tips on how to cut cooling costs but retain comfort in your home!