Having a baby changes everything—from your outlook on life, to the time that it takes to get ready and leave the house in the morning, to your financial situation. Of course, most of this you will have to just learn as you go, but figuring out how to live on one income after having a…
Personal Finance Articles
5 Ways To Talk Money With Your Partner
Finances can be a touchy subject—especially within your relationship or marriage. Statistics show that nearly 75% of Americans feel stress over their finances. Add the financial stress that many feel with other stress factors in life, such as work and kids… it can be overwhelming. So instead of letting the stress of finances weigh your…
Stop Waiting, Start Living
Most of us are guilty of putting conditions on our life goals, believing that we can only be the people we want to be once we have certain things in place. On the surface, it’s logical thinking – after all, you can’t make a BLT if you don’t have any bacon. The problem is that…
The 3 Biggest Money Mistakes Millennials Make (and How to Fix Them)
Did you know you’re primed for financial success when you’re in your 20s and 30s? It’s true! You’re in the best position to build and grow wealth because you have time on your side. Now is when you should start saving and investing a percentage of your income, to give your nest egg enough time…
Are Millennials at a Higher Risk of Identity Theft
As a Millennial, technology plays a leading role in your everyday life. What you may not realize, however, is that your level of comfort with technology puts you at a higher risk for identity theft. Even though many websites require security questions as well as a password to gain access, the truth is that answers…
10 Things Young Couples Should Know Before Getting Married
You’ve found “the one.” You’re ready to commit to forever. While your relationship may seem absolutely perfect in the early stages, you may want to take a step back to make sure that you truly know the person that you will be spending the rest of your life with. Here are ten things that young…
Should I Buy a House or Keep Renting?
“Buying a house is always better than renting.” Renting is throwing money down the drain.” “You’re just building equity for someone else.” Heard these lines before? They should be familiar to anyone who’s currently renting — and has been urged to jump into homeownership as quickly as possible. But are these statements actually true?…
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