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Auto Financing

July 24, 2025

Buy new, buy used, or lease? These are just a few of the many decisions you’ll need to make before happily driving away with a vehicle. While shopping for a car or truck is exciting, it’s also no simple matter. You can avoid buyer’s remorse by making important financial and practical decisions before signing on the dotted line. Read more.

Budgeting

July 17, 2025

Buy Now, Pay Later: The Pros And Cons Of A Growing Financial Trend

In recent years, “buy now, pay later” (BNPL) services have surged in popularity, enabling you to split purchases into smaller, interest-free payments over time. Prominent online providers have made BNPL options available for everything from clothing and electronics to flights and groceries. However, as this modern twist on layaway becomes more prevalent, it’s essential to consider both the pros and cons of buy now, pay later services in relation to your financial well-being. Read more.

Budgeting

May 22, 2025

Savings, Checking, and Certificates: 3 Places To Park Your Money In Uncertain Times

Have you checked the stock market lately? To say it’s been volatile is an understatement. In today’s uncertain economic environment, you may be looking for a secure place to put your money that still gives you access and offers a steady return. Read more.

Budgeting

April 17, 2025

Financial Spring Cleaning: 9 Ways To Refresh Your Finances

As the flowers bloom and the weather warms up, it’s the perfect time for a bit of spring cleaning—both for your home and finances. Just like you declutter your closets, these 9 simple tips can help refresh your finances. Let’s get started. Read more.

Budgeting

April 3, 2025

What You Can Do To Prepare For A Recession

When a major storm is headed your way, you prepare yourself. The same should be true for a recession. Many experts predict the U.S. economy is headed toward a recession. These tend to go hand in hand with major stock market declines and unemployment.

Budgeting

February 27, 2025

10 Short Money Tips For The Shortest Month Of The Year

In honor of February, the shortest month of the year, here are 10 short money tips for helping you lead a better financial life. Be sure to click on the links to learn more. Read more.

2 x 2 System

February 13, 2025

2×2 System February: Tracking Spending And Setting Goals

The 2×2 System is where you set aside two hours on the calendar two times a month to complete a predetermined financial task. This modest but consistent effort can help you sustain financial health and build wealth in bite-sized chunks. Read more.

Budgeting

February 6, 2025

12 Ideas To Make Valentine’s Day More Affordable And Special

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. With the end-of-year holiday shopping season barely behind us and the bills still coming in, now is not the time to take a chance on blowing your budget in the pursuit of romance. Here are some practical financial tips for those looking to keep their spending in check on this romance-filled day. Here are 12 ideas to make this Valentine’s Day more affordable and special. Read more.

Budgeting

December 19, 2024

Budgeting For Retirement

The end of 2024 is almost here. For some people, the end of the year also marks the conclusion of their working life. Unfortunately, this double milestone is the first time many folks begin considering how they will make ends meet in retirement. Planning for retirement can be challenging. After all, it can feel like there are too many variables. How do you know how much money you’ll need? Read more.

Budgeting

December 5, 2024

7 Creative Ways To Control Your Holiday Budget

The holiday season has begun. No doubt you’ve started buying things for family and friends. Before you overspend, take a moment to consider these six creative ways to keep your holiday budget on track. Read more.

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