Thinking about planning a vacation, consider a summer staycation instead. As the weather is warming up, most of us are thinking about summer fun and unplugging from the day- to -day grind. Some of us are dreaming about sinking our toes in a sandy beach with the waves splashing in the background. If that week-long […]
Money Skills for Youth
Money skills and habits are greatly influenced by the behavior and values of parents and caregivers. It’s important for youth to learn and practice money skills while young. This allows youth to learn from their mistakes while the risks are low. Skills like setting a goal, prioritizing needs vs wants, setting up a savings and […]
Saving for the Unexpected
Have you ever experienced an unexpected expense such as a car repair, an unplanned visit to the doctor or dentist or replacing a broken appliance? I know that I have. According to a 2017 Federal Reserve report, when faced with a hypothetical emergency expense of only $400, 4 in 10 adults stated they were unable […]