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
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Preventing Spending: What to Buy Now to Save On Later
Health care costs continue to rise, but a growing number of experts argue that one of the smartest financial moves happens long before a medical bill arrives. The idea is called preventive spending: investing earlier in tools, screenings and habits… 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
Taking Control of Your Indulgent Spending
We’re all likely guilty of making a Starbucks or Dunkin’ run when we didn’t intend to and adding a bag of sweets or pint of ice cream that we didn’t need during our routine grocery shopping. Later we find ourselves… read more
Money Mindfulness
Money is a constant presence in our lives. Almost every major decision we make can be tied to a financial impact. Because of this, it can be a major stressor that is made worse when we don’t have an understanding… read more
Debt Liquidation: Is It Right for You?
Consumer debt liquidation can take on many forms — from selling off personal assets to declaring Chapter 7 bankruptcy. All of these options should be carefully considered before beginning any. Financial liquidation is defined as converting assets into cash in… read more
Is Art a Worthy Investment
When you think about investments, you may think about stocks and bonds, real estate or an old-fashioned savings account. But did you know that art can be a great thing to invest in and collect? Although it may seem lofty… read more
Take Control of Your Credit Card Use to Better Your Finances
We have all heard the dangers of credit card use. You probably have a friend who has a wild amount of credit card debt or you may have even found yourself in that position. There are entire companies whose sole purpose is to help people get… read more
Financial Well-Being: How to Stay Happy on a Budget
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
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
