How to Plan a Wedding on a Budget
Wedding bells will soon be ringing, but this doesn’t mean that you have to hear the ding of a cash register as the costs pile up. On average, Americans spend between $25,000 and $45,000 on their weddings. The reality that the media doesn’t promote, however, is that not everyone has the budget for one of […]
How to Do Home Decor on a Budget
Turning your home into a comfortable, stylish oasis can be a very fun and satisfying experience. You may look at impressive homes on platforms like Pinterest and Instagram and think that you need to hire a professional designer or invest money in pricey furniture in order to create the looks of the moment. However, that […]
Smart Budgeting Hacks for First-Time Parents
As the school year gets underway and holidays approach, many first-time parents struggle to meet their financial obligations comfortably. Trying to make monthly deadlines and purchase gifts with the same paycheck might be daunting for those who did not save ahead. Consider implementing these money saving tips to supplement your household budget as you prepare […]
Planning for a Financial Crisis
Do you feel well-prepared to address a financial emergency? In early 2018, CNBC reported fewer than four in every 10 households in the United States possessed the fiscal resources required to cover the cost of an unplanned $1,000 expenditure.1 Most people in the USA do not place funds into a savings account on a regular […]
Financial Tips to Save For the Holidays
It’s the time of year to get swept up in a whirlwind of peppermint lattes, fuzzy sweaters and gift giving. However, you don’t want to wake up on New Year’s Day feeling frantic over where all of your money has gone. The average American spends roughly $700 on holiday gifts and goodies each year. Is […]
Budgeting with the 50-20-30 Rule
The last two months of the year are often the months when people spend the most money. It is easy to let bills pile up as you purchase holiday gifts for friends and family, meet up for dinner with coworkers, or plan a vacation. However, there’s no reason why you need to end the year […]
