Life & Finances
Parenthood: How Children Change Your Financial Picture
Money lessons with your children can start small, even when they’re young. Continue reading
Combining Finances and Talking to Your Spouse About Money
Money arguments often take longer to recover from and are often more intense than other spats, since they can involve criticisms of what your partner values and how they make decisions. Continue reading
Why Is Money So Emotional?
Money, or a lack of it, can be fraught with emotions that – in some cases – lead to health issues including anxiety and depression. Continue reading
Common Cents for Couples: How to Manage Money Together
Regardless of whether you have a love or hate relationship with the cherubic matchmaker who wields heart-tipped arrows, one thing is certain: cohabitating couples will enjoy a more harmonious relationship when they align on money matters. Continue reading
These Holiday “Two-Dos” Can Keep You Financially Healthy All Season Long
While everyone’s situations and goals are different, keeping the focus on these “Two-DO’s” of financial health can help you celebrate without over-spending or maxing out credit cards. Continue reading
Managing Debt as Interest Rates Rise
To stay financially healthy and minimize the impact of rising interest rates, it is key to earn more than you spend, so that you have enough money to build savings for the future. Continue reading
6 Ideas to Take the Stress Out of Back-to-School Shopping
The good news is that with a little planning, families can successfully manage school expenses with the following ideas. Continue reading
5 Tips to Jump-Start Your Savings Plan
A savings plan should include building an emergency savings fund to handle unexpected expenses and setbacks that can come up suddenly. Continue reading
5 Ways to Make Money Resolutions That Stick
Staying positive and being realistic shows you how much you can devote to sticking to achieving your goal. Continue reading
Get Your End-of-Year Financial Health Checkup
Like a physical health checkup, a financial checkup examines your vital signs to be sure all is well when it comes to your financial health and wellness. Continue reading