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planningIs the new year already getting you down? It’s never too early to start planning your next vacation! The first step is deciding where to go, but after that you may be concerned about how you can afford it. The simplest way to save for your dream getaway is to figure out exactly how much […]
Every New Year is a chance for a new you and many people take advantage of that by making a resolution for change in the New Year. Common resolutions are to lose weight, get in shape, quit a bad habit or save money/control their debt. The first step on the road to becoming a new […]
We all know that April 15th is the big day. The big tax day that is. But have you been planning for the tax year end? December 31st is the real date you should be anticipating when it comes to tax planning. With a little foresight, you could easily reduce your tax bill when April […]
Halloween costumes can be expensive, and most of the time if you have store bought costume, you won’t be the only Pirate in the room. So here are a few original, cheap, and homemade costumes for kids, guys, and gals. Kids Bag of Jelly Beans This bag of jelly beans costume must be the sweetest […]
The summer fitness craze is in full swing. Whether you’re trying to keep up your beach body, or maybe just wanting to wow classmates in the fall, classes, active wear, and equipment can get very pricey very quickly. Follow these simple tips to keep your wallet as healthy as you are. Look out for free […]
August is coming up fast. Are you ready for the new school year? Whether you’re a college student buying textbooks and sweatpants for class or a parent shopping for your children, there are many ways to save on this year’s back-to-school list. Here are some steps you can take to get the most out of […]
Ted Talks are videos posted every week from people who want to share their passion. This video is from Shlomo Benartzi who uses behavioral economics to study how and why we plan well for the future (or fail to), and uses that to develop new programs to encourage saving for retirement. Here are his thoughts […]
“[Graduates in debt] start out with an anchor that slows their progression toward future goals,” Ernie Almonte, chair of the AICPA’s National CPA Financial Literacy Commission, said in a statement. 41% of the more than 200 people (according to a survey from the American Institute of CPAs) said they have delayed saving for retirement, 40% […]
It’s July and the highlight of your week is going to the movies? Well here are some fun summer ideas that you may have forgotten about, and are probably cheaper than your average movie outing! Go say “Hello” to the animals – Local Zoos often have free days once a week during the summer. Grab […]