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12 Steps to Financial Wellness – Step 7: How to Pay Yourself First
One of the truest secrets to financial wellness is paying yourself first. This means setting aside money for emergency funds and short- and long-term savings goals. Keep an eye on your spending, and trim where you can to make faster progress. As you go along, check in periodically to make sure you’re making the progress you want. Continue reading
12 Steps to Financial Wellness – Step 6: Pay it Forward
When you’re getting your own financial house in order, don’t forget to pay it forward, too! Helping those in your community who are in financial, medical or emotional distress helps the whole community, and everyone benefits. Plus, it just flat makes you feel good! Continue reading
Fun Gifts for Dad that Won’t Break the Bank
Every dad is different, and when Father's Day rolls around, you want to make sure that your gift for the old man is right on the money. Speaking of money, he taught you to be smart with yours, so don't blow your budget on the present! We've got an array of gift ideas for your dad. Continue reading
12 Steps to Financial Wellness – Step 5: Practice Mindful Spending
Do you indulge in retail therapy? If so, it's time to look into mindful spending. Instead of making buying an automatic action, actually stop and think every time you spend. Hold each purchase up to the light of good financial sense and you'll find yourself spending less! Continue reading
12 Steps to Financial Wellness – Step 4: Have the Money Talk with Your Partner
We’ve all heard that money issues are one of the leading causes of divorces and breakups, but avoiding the topic isn’t going to make it go away! Set a time for the discussion and be sure to listen rather than going in with preconceived ideas. Try to find a shared money vision, and be open about who pays what bills. You can do hard things. Continue reading
12 Steps to Financial Wellness – Step 3: Pay Down Debt
If you're buried under a pile of debt, it can seem like paying it all down will take forever. It won't, especially if you strategize! We've got tips to help you pay down your debt and live financially free. Continue reading
What to Buy and What to Skip in February
Where can you find great deals in February? What should wait until later in the year to buy? Some of these choices might surprise you! Continue reading
12 Steps to Financial Wellness – Step 2: Creating a Budget
Creating a budget is one of the most vital parts of financial wellness, and it’s actually one of the simplest. As long as you keep paying attention as the month goes along and tracking your expenses, you’ll do great! Continue reading
How to Save on Super Bowl Sunday
It’s Super Bowl time! If you, like me, agreed to host the big party this year, it might be looking like it’ll tackle your budget for a loss. Set up a strong defense by getting cheap décor in team colors. Dodge the pre-made Super Bowl trays and build your own to save big bucks. You can even go potluck! You’ll guarantee the celebration will be (pardon the football reference) a touchdown! Continue reading