Practical Tips for Smarter Christmas Spending

Practical Tips for Smarter Christmas Spending

Christmas is a time for generosity, joy, and celebration but it can also be a time of financial stress. The expenses can quickly add up between gifts, decorations, food, and travel, leaving many overwhelmed and strapped for cash. However, with careful planning and...

How much personal debt is too much?

If used wisely, debt can be a valuable financial tool in helping individuals achieve important life goals such as buying a home, starting a business, or pursuing higher education. However, it’s crucial to strike a balance between leveraging debt to your...
No Plan = Failure?

No Plan = Failure?

“If you fail to plan, you plan to fail” is often attributed to Benjamin Franklin. Still, it is also similar to a quote by Winston Churchill: “He who fails to plan is planning to fail.” Both quotes emphasize the importance of planning in...

Your Money, Your Goals Part 5- Wrap-up

In this blog series, we discussed the importance of knowing where your money goes (Part 1), the negative impact of getting behind on your bills, and needing to understand how much income is coming in and from where each month (Part 2). In Part 3, we considered how...
Federal Student Loan Repayment Update

Federal Student Loan Repayment Update

The current status of federal student loans for college students is that the payment pause and 0% interest rate will end on September 1, 2023. This means borrowers must resume making payments on their student loans. Interest will also begin to accrue on any unpaid...