Information is brought to you by our partner, GreenPath Financial Wellness Whether you’re looking to get your first credit card for everyday expenses or take out a mortgage to purchase your first home, credit is an essential tool for helping people to meet their financial goals. When applying for a line of credit, the higher your […]
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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 […]
Financial Tools for Success – Financial Literacy Month
Information is brought to you by our partner, GreenPath Financial Wellness April is Financial Literacy Month – a good time to consider the importance of financial literacy education, especially with the economic uncertainties caused by the ongoing pandemic. Continuing our series of blogs sharing information as part of Financial Literacy Month, the focus today is on […]
5 Reasons to Make a Budget – Financial Literacy Month
Information is brought to you by our partner, GreenPath Financial Wellness Making a budget and following it are two powerful financial habits. It’s not always easy, or fun at first. But it is one of the best steps you can take to successfully manage your finances. There are many reasons to budget and in the long […]
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 […]
What to Know About Financial Hardships
Financial stress can be a very uncomfortable issue to deal with. The process of regaining financial control seems like a steep climb but as with any problem, finding guidance with your financial hardship can provide the framework towards regaining control. If you’re struggling to pay your bills every month, you might be dealing with a […]
How to Plan for Back to School Expenses in a Time of COVID-19
Information brought to you by our partner, GreenPath Financial Wellness As families track the latest news about their communities K-12 reopening plans, it’s clear this is a school year like no other – especially as families plan for back to school expenses. Will students return in the classroom? Will a K-12 student school year involve […]
7 Things To Consider When Buying & Selling a Home Simultaneously
Information brought to you by our partner, CU Homeland/American Pacific Mortgage There may be no greater example of multi-tasking than when you’re buying and selling a home simultaneously. It can feel like you went from 0 to 100 in no time flat! Whether you’re chomping at the bit to get settled into your new home […]