Cute faces, fuzzy snuggles and loyal companionship make animals so endearing to us. The thought of coming home from work to a cat sleeping on the couch, an excited puppy waiting at the door or fish swimming peacefully in your… read more
Finance
Understanding Inflation and What It Means for You
Back in 1985, gas cost about $1.21 on average per gallon, a car would run about $8000 and you could procure a movie ticket for about $3.55, according to AARP. Now over 30 years later, we know that those costs… read more
Conducting an Annual Expense Review
You probably visit your doctor once a year for a checkup, but there's something else to pencil on the calendar: an annual review of your utilities and insurance. An annual review is a great opportunity to determine if there are… read more
The Hidden Costs: What You Need to Know When Buying a Pet
Opening your home to a furry friend is an adventure. It’s an exciting time for you and your family and is often compared to preparing for a baby. But, before you start the search, you should consider how to financially… read more
Hitting the Open Road With Your Family
In early 2019, Kristy Bickmeyer was at a Fleetwood Mac concert listening to this lyric when she realized she was ready to make a life-changing decision. Bickmeyer and her husband had been considering hitting the road in an RV with… read more
The World’s Most Expensive Foods
When dining at a restaurant, we sometimes gripe about the prices on the menu and wonder if the food is really worth the cost. While eating local can sometimes feel costly, we scoured the world to find the most expensive… read more
Where Can I Get the Best Bang for My Buck in Gym Costs?
Knowing where to spend your money effectively for fitness can be overwhelming. There are so many options available that it can be hard to know where to start. While cost is a factor, it is also important to consider several… read more
5 Personal Finance Books Worth Reading
If you are anything like me, then the idea of personal finance can be a bit overwhelming. Sure, I know to pay my bills on time and shuffle money over from my checking account to my savings as often as… read more
Identity Theft: Protect Yourself
“Your card has been declined.” Those are words you never want to hear, especially when you know there should be sufficient funds in your account to cover the transaction. When you pull up your banking app and see a number of… read more
4 Tips for Saving Money During the Holiday Season
The holiday season is here! Sometimes when we think about the holidays, all we see is dollar signs and payment plans. In order to help you save this year, we have some tips for saving money during the holidays that… read more
