7 Simple Tips to Relieve Stress
Stress is a reality for each person, whether you are working on a tight deadline, delivering a speech, or dealing with relationship problems. Understanding how to cope with stressful situations is a necessary skill in today's fast-paced environment. Keeping a few simple methods in...
Last Minute Holiday Shopping? Save Money and Stress Less
We're weeks away from Christmas and some holiday shoppers still have gifts to buy. If you’ve waited until now to get started, don’t panic. We have some strategies to help you get the right gifts without breaking the bank. Make a list Create a list of everyone you need to...
7 Easy Ways to Stretch Your Paycheck
Isn’t it crazy how quickly your paycheck seems to disappear? One minute you have money, the next it’s gone. Getting a raise or better paying job can boost your income, but you’ll still run into the same problems if you don’t manage your money well. Here are some tips that can...
5 Reasons Why You’re Always Broke
A recent survey found that 63% of Americans live paycheck to paycheck. If you’re sick and tired of being broke, it’s time to look at why you’re always strapped for cash and what you can do about it. Although making more money may seem like the obvious solution, it won’t...
Year-End Financial Checklist
Before the year comes to a close, there are some things you need to do before you kiss 2023 goodbye. Doing some year-end planning can prevent you from wasting money...and help set you up for success next year. Here are some year-end financial tasks to add to your to-do list....
Taxpayers Should Stay On Top of Taxes All Year to Avoid a Surprise Tax Bill
The next tax season seems far away, but this is actually the perfect time for taxpayers to review their withholding and estimated tax payments. Because federal taxes are pay-as-you-go, it’s important for taxpayers to withhold enough from their paychecks or pay enough in estimated...
Traveling Soon? How to Protect Your Credit Cards and Your Plans
There is no doubt that having a credit card can make traveling easier. From reducing the need to carry cash to the inclusion of vital consumer protection, credit cards provide much more than convenience for travelers. Take a Snapshot of Your Recent Charges Chances are you will be...
Three Tips To Have A Stress-Free Thanksgiving
While many people look forward to Thanksgiving, there are others who dread the holiday. As a precursor to Christmas, Thanksgiving sets the tone for the holiday season and can often contribute significantly to the amount of stress people have to endure. But there are ways that you...