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money mistakesPlanning and saving for retirement are among the most important aspects of personal finance. After working hard for the majority of adult life, most look forward to winding down and enjoying a comfortable lifestyle during retirement. While more people are aware of the importance of saving ahead for your retirement, there are still two general […]
Take this season to put a financial spin on your daily routines. Let us help you kick four bad money habits to help you save money this spring! Items that can damage your wallet and waist – Get rid of the alcohol, cigarettes, and fast food! Bad credit card behavior – Skip using the card […]
Many of times we don’t consider the everyday aspects of life and how they may impact our finances. There are major mistakes that people make all the time that jeopardize their financial careers. Here are five mistakes that are easily avoidable: Excessive spending and debt – Many people use credit cards to pay for items […]
Here is a list of five bad habits that could save you money each year if you quit. Some of these habits are also bad for your health, but all are bad for your pocketbook. Soft drinks – If you drink one soft drink a day at $1.50 each that is $547.50 a year! If […]
Last week we discussed why it is important to have an emergency fund set up. Now, for our third and final week we will take a look at why paying your bills late is another costly mistake. Paying your bills late will have more of an effect on your finances than just paying a onetime […]
Last week we discussed the first of the “three costliest money mistakes” according to Shape Magazine. This week we will look at why not having an emergency fund set up is another big mistake you can make. If you have an emergency or get sick, how do you plan to pay for it? Or what […]
Over the next three weeks, we will be discussing the “three costliest money mistakes”, according to Shape Magazine. This week we will see why waiting to open an IRA or 401(k) can cost you. Take a look at these motives to encourage you to start your retirement account now! If you wait to start saving […]
One of the most increasingly popular New Year’s resolutions year after year is to become financially healthy, while at the same time money worries for many Americans have also steadily increased. Have you made a resolution to save money in the New Year? It is only February, but have you already started breaking it? If […]