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  • Free Money? The Truth About Unclaimed Money Scams

    For anybody, but especially those who are living on a tight budget or are struggling to make ends meet, a call from somebody with a pitch to send unclaimed money can seem like the answer to their prayers. Finally, they can stop worrying about whether they’ll make their rent payment for the month or afford […]

  • Smart New Year’s Resolutions: Set Yourself Up For Financial Success

    A new year, a new you. Have you made a New Year’s resolution? Keeping your resolutions is possible, if you make a plan for success.

  • Breaking Free From Emotional Spending: Part 1

    We are whole integrated beings and everything that we do involves our whole selves. Just the simple act of breathing includes our nose, nostrils, lungs, diaphragm and some chest muscles.  Our emotional life is tied to our thoughts, memories, good and bad experiences, preferences and desires.  What we choose to wear, eat, watch on television […]

  • Real vs. Fake: Weighing the Cost of Christmas Trees

    Most U.S. households celebrate Christmas with a Christmas tree, but, more often, those evergreens never actually grew in a forest. According to the eighth annual Christmas tree survey from the American Christmas Tree Association, 77% of U.S. households celebrated Christmas last year with a tree. Of those, just 18% percent decorated a real tree. The […]

  • Save Money On Holiday Cards

    It’s the time of year when people start thinking about getting all of their holiday cards in the mail. Sending holiday cards can become costly, especially when you include the price of postage. If you’re looking to save money on holiday cards, consider email instead of a traditional cards. You don’t have to be an […]

  • Thankful for Good Debt?

    Debt is a huge drain on many Americans. In fact, American household debt hit a record $13.21 trillion in 2018. But, believe it or not, not all debt is bad. Some forms of debt can be classified as “good debt” – or debt that provides us with advantages – as long as we don’t abuse it. In […]

  • Banking Basics: How Online Banking Can Help You

    For those who are new to banks and banking services, and for those who have been banking for a while, the same question is often shared: What’s the best way to track my accounts and spending? Keeping track of money can be challenging, but it’s necessary for a successful financial future. Let’s talk about Online […]

  • When Should You Take Social Security Benefits?

    What You Should Know About Taking Social Security Benefits For many Americans, retirement seems out of reach. According to a report from Northwestern Mutual, 21% have no retirement savings and 33% of Baby Boomers, who are retiring now, have less than $25,000 saved up. And while more than half of Americans believe that Social Security […]

  • How Having a Financial Accountability Partner Can Help You Reach Your Goals

    Ways a Financial Accountability Partner Can Help You We depend on our friends for support when it comes to many things. Whether it’s helping us choose an outfit for the night out, aiding us in sticking to our diet, or assisting us in choosing our next hairstyles. The accountability that comes from our friends support […]

  • Save on Heating Costs with DIY Energy Saving Tips

    Tips to Save on Heating Costs Cold weather is on it’s way for many parts of the Country, and winter is just around the corner. It’s not uncommon for winter heating to pose a significant challenge for household budgets in the winter month. For those who want to save on heating costs, what are the […]

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