The Federal Reserve Systems (The Feds) job is to strategically change rates to accommodate the economic well-being of the nation. Their job is to keep the nation afloat by raising or lowering the cost of borrowing money. When the economy starts to grow too fast, which is what’s happening in today’s environment, the Fed may […]
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Get Your End-of-Year Financial Health Checkup
As the eagerly awaited holiday season gets underway, the end of the year is a great time to get a financial health checkup to make sure finances are on track. With regular checkups, you can fix small problems before they become big issues. This year-end keeping financially healthy is especially important due to many economic […]
Understanding and Preparing a Savings Account – Financial Literacy Month
Have you been keeping an eye out on the housing market? What about the auto industry? Well before you can purchase your first home or a brand new car, taking control and understanding your debt is needed. The journey of reaching your next financial goal may sound like a daunting task, but having the understanding […]
Saving Money Isn’t a Luxury – It’s a Necessity
Information brought to you by our partner, GreenPath Financial Wellness 4 Reasons to Start Saving Now – Plus Tips for Getting Started Saving money can often be a challenge — especially during times of financial uncertainty. As humans, we’re wired to take care of our needs now, and worry about later … well, later. However, […]
Pay Off Your Debt
Information brought to you by our partner, GreenPath Financial Wellness If you are dealing with debt, you aren’t alone. The average American household has an average balance of about $6,600 in credit card debt, and that’s not taking into account home, auto, and student loans. Paying off your debt isn’t always easy, but having a plan […]
5 Tips for Managing Your Finances Through COVID-19 and Beyond
Information brought to you by our partner, Greenpath Financial Wellness There’s a lot to get used to in these challenging times. As the pandemic crisis continues, and many are dealing with financial uncertainty—from an income reduction to total job loss— it can be hard to know how to move forward. Having a defined set of […]
Free Webinar: How to $et (And $tick To!) Your Financial New Year’s Resolution
This free, one hour webinar is presented by GreenPath Financial Wellness For many, 2020 has created financial challenges and derailed their financial wellness journey. Come along side GreenPath to discuss simple ways to get on track with your finances in 2021. Let us guide you with ways to budget, save, and reduce stress. After our […]