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We know it's only October, and for many of us, the Holiday Season is the furthest thing from our minds. But when you look at the calendar, the holiday season is only a few paychecks away. Planning ahead will help you avoid overspending and the need to use your credit cards or Buy Now Pay Later services to pay for items you can't afford.
Many parents hesitate to teach their kids about financial literacy because they feel their own lack of financial savvy makes them unqualified. However, we couldn't disagree more. Teaching your kids financial literacy can be a fantastic learning opportunity for you as well.
6/14/23
What First Time Home Buyers Should Consider
If you're thinking about buying your first home, you might be weighing the pros and cons of buying versus renting. We know that purchasing your first home is an exciting and sometimes overwhelming process. It can be hard to know when is the right time to buy, but here are some factors to consider when you're thinking about buying for the first time.
4/18/2024
What Everyone Should Save For
Sometimes, life can feel like it's passing us by so quickly that it's easy to get caught up in the present that we forget to plan for the future.
2/20/2024
Is Buy Now Pay Later Right For You?
In the last five years, buy now, pay later services have exploded in popularity. As a consumer, you may be asking yourself how these buy now, pay later services work. Let's break down the pros and cons of these services.
11/16/2023
Mastering the Envelope Budgeting Method
When it's so easy to swipe, tap, or click with your card, it's very easy to overspend your budget. If you're looking for a more tangible, visual way to manage your budget, the envelope method is the way to get started.
10/19/2023
How to Budget with the 50/30/20 Method
The 50/30/20 method allows your budget to relax a little bit and outline three broad spending categories for your budget, rather than allocating every single penny toward a specific category.
9/22/2023
Budgeting 101: How to Zero Budget
Budgeting is an essential skill and tool for your financial well-being. It helps you track your expenses, save money, and reach your goals. Zero based budgeting is the most classic form of how to make a budget.
3/20/23
Spend Your Refund Wisely
When your refund hits your bank account, do you have a plan for it? When receiving any sum of unexpected cash, we always suggest outlining some sort of plan for those funds to prevent yourself from going on a spending spree. Your money will serve you a lot better when you make a plan for it.
1/27/2023
4 Steps for Making Your Budget
Whether you're just starting with your budget or you've been at it a while, creating a budget is a key part of your overall financial well-being.
12/27/2022
Setting Financial Goals That Actually Work
There are many seasons of life where we find ourselves setting goals for ourselves, whether we call them that or not. If you're hoping to buy a house, go to school, or are simply inspired by the new year, setting goals to accomplish your financial dreams can help you reach success.
6/8/22
Tips For Your Vacation Budget
The school year is ending and the weather's warming up, so naturally, a fun summer trip is on all of our minds. Here are some tips to help you set a budget for your vacation.
12/21/21
New Year, New Budget?
The New Year is quickly approaching. Are you ready for the new year? What goals have you set? Whether you're trying to hit the gym more often, buy a home, or take an incredible vacation. We should all have one goal in common, setting up an effective budget. Visit the link below for some helpful tips!
11/24/21
Tips To Thrive During The Holiday Season
Do you struggle with overspending during the holidays? Whether you do or not, it never hurts to have a little guidance. Check out the link below for some budget-friendly holiday shopping tips.
10/29/21
5 Things We Will Never Call and Ask You
There have always been scammers hiding on the other end of the phone or behind a keyboard. Let us help protect you against these scams and countless others by clicking the link below.
10/22/21
What's the best financial advice you've received?
We've all gotten countless amounts of financial advice, whether you liked it or not. We're sure some of it was good, and some wasn't. Click the link below for some tips from our team.
9/22/21
What's better, a Credit Union or Bank?
Have you ever wondered what the difference is between traditional banks and credit unions? Or which one is better? We've got a pretty strong opinion, check it out by visiting the link below
6/22/21
4 Tips To Help You Save For College
Although summer has just begun, especially this weekend in the Pacific Northwest, it's never too early to start saving for college! Visit the link below for our 4 Tips To Help You Save For College. Have a great summer!
5/26/21
Side Hustle Summer
How does some extra spending money sound this summer? We've heard of so many great ways to make some extra cash for that vacation, new sunglasses, or maybe even a new boat. Find your next side hustle by visiting the link below!
1/6/21
Find Financial Success after the Holidays
How did you do on your holiday budget this year? If you exceeded it, we've got some tips to help you! Visit the link below.
11/23/20
Beat the Holiday Financial Stress
Stressed about your finances this holiday season? You're not the only one. We've got some tips on how to give great gifts while also being financially responsible. Learn how by visiting the link below.
8/17/20
A Financially Stable Summer
Summer Vacation is the time that kids are eager to waste no time having fun. On the one hand, you're excited to spend more time with them and not have to worry about projects being due.