Financial Planning

If you want to make better financial decisions in 2021, you should start following personal finance influencers. Social media is a powerful tool, and we think it makes sense to use it to learn new skills and encourage ourselves to make smarter decisions. 

If you have short and long-term financial objectives, try running a SWOT analysis on your finances to pinpoint your priorities and highlight where you could make improvements. A SWOT analysis is a strategic matrix developed to help businesses identify things standing between them and their goals. It’s also a great way to distill down your […]

Let’s say you’re in dire need of cash. You might be struggling to work your way out of debt. Maybe you had an unexpected emergency with a big price tag. There’s a stash of cash available in your 401(k), but you’re technically supposed to save that money for retirement. Should you tap into your retirement […]

Sometimes it’s difficult to spot the difference between good and bad advice. Amidst questionable suggestions from family and friends, contradicting web searches and the hundreds of “get rich fast” books at your local library, it can be especially hard to know what financial advice is worth your time. In this blog, we’ll explore 11 common […]

Prepare for 2021 with a few money moves that will give your finances a leg up in the new year. Whether you are preparing for tax season, managing your investments, or making decisions about your retirement and health savings accounts, these tips will help you get the most out of your money.

Decorating your home, buying gifts and making elaborate holiday meals are just a few of the things that make the holiday season so special year after year. Holiday fun is a great escape from the doldrums of everyday life, but all that fun and diversion can get pricey. Instead of spending on the holidays and […]

Setting goals is often easier said than done, especially when finances are involved. We would all like to make more money, pay off debt, start investing or make a big purchase. However, knowing how exactly to bring those wishes to life can be tricky.

Between February and March of 2020, the number of Americans who filed for unemployment benefits rose from 6.5 percent to an unprecedented 14.7 percent. This is an all-time high for the nation, and although unemployment rates have started to come down, everyone who received benefits will have to take them into account when they file […]

We look forward to the holiday season every year as a time to set aside our worries and focus on celebrating with family and friends. With this in mind, it’s especially important that you make a sound holiday spending budget so that financial concerns don’t get in the way of your fun. 

Money management can be tricky, but it’s much easier in 2020 with the wide variety of personal finance apps that are available. With just a few swipes on your smartphone, you can view your portfolio, track your bills and maintain your budget while on-the-go.