Depending on your personality, the word “budget” either makes you excited or terrified. Some people see personal finance and budgeting as a game that will help save them money, but others see it as a set of restrictive rules that… read more
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Talking Money With Your Partner
Money makes the world go round, but unfortunately it can be the cause of significant stress in our lives and in our relationships. Differences in opinion regarding joint or separate bank accounts, lack of communication on saving versus spending on… read more
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
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
Money Talks: Financial-Help Books to Help You on Your Journey!
Some people love talking about money, investing and savings... but others shutter at the thought of their financial future. In fact, Capital One conducted a “Mind Over Money” study revealing that 58% of Americans believe that money controls their life… read more
How to Recognize and Deal with Financial Addiction
With so many people having spent a great portion of the past year at home, boredom and restlessness can set in, leading to bad habits. Besides indulging in an extra serving of extra potato chips or a second bowl of… read more
How Do You Diversify Your Finances?
When you hear “diversify your finances,” what do you think? When it comes to your finances, do you know where your money is? Are all of your eggs in one basket or are you confused about what to do because… read more
