There is talk and concern about inflation increasing across the country in recent months and weeks. So, let’s take a few minutes to take some deep breaths, calm down and think about what we can do to prepare and “weather the storm.” What is inflation? Inflation is an increase in prices for goods and services. […]
Spending Plans
Budgeting – many people hate the word and dread the thought. Here is a more friendly sounding term – Spending Plan. Budgeting is simply making a plan for how you spend your money. The idea of a budget can be intimidating, but the truth is anyone can do it and you don’t need to be […]
Manage Holiday Spending
The holiday season is here and along with the fun and family time, come extra expenses. The holidays can mean extra spending on gifts, travel, charitable giving, decorations, and food for special meals. If you haven’t planned ahead for extra expenses, it can mean swiping the credit card to cover it. The average American spends […]
