Scamming people out of their money is now a multi-billion-dollar industry. In 2021 the Federal Trade Commission received 2.8 million reports of fraud from consumers who collectively lost more than $5.8 billion. The money lost is an increase of more than 70 percent...
We are almost halfway through! For some of us, it has been a challenging year, for others an ongoing process. For most of us, it has been an awakening – a new experience as we are coming out of our post-pandemic hibernation. How will you embrace the remainder of...
There is no magical one-size-fits-all solution to developing and living on a budget designed to meet your goals. While there are many tools to help, the one common requirement is a commitment not to overspend. With a little planning and deliberate decision-making, you...
Review and Plan June, the midpoint of the year, is a great month to review your annual spending plan and make adjustments as needed. This will ensure that you have the necessary funds for vacations and other summertime activities. In addition to your monthly budget...
In a world of few truisms, there is one that’s very consistent: the steady path to building wealth requires that you start saving from a young age. Developing financial literacy early fosters good financial habits around saving, spending, and other aspects of personal...
May is a great month to review your personal finances. National Financial Literacy was celebrated throughout the month of April and provided many resources and strategies to manage your finances. Now is the time to apply those financial strategies to your own...
