Summer is Ending, but Saving Is Beginning 

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So, you’ve splurged on concerts, travel, and good times this summer. We participate in more activities and sometimes slip and spend more money than anticipated. That is what summer is all about. But as the kids return to school and fall approaches, understand why you are saving and how much you should put away each […]

Four Points to Optimizing Your Financial Strategy

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Personal financial planning helps you develop a spending plan around your lifestyle and financial goals. With this in mind, it’s hard to believe that roughly 77% of Americans live paycheck to paycheck. (1) It doesn’t have to be this way. Crafting a personal financial strategy gives you the roadmap to manage your money and ultimately […]

Building a Budget

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For many, the term “budget” is a dirty word that causes stress, pressure and unnecessary arguments. In fact, the very term has caused more domestic disputes and divorces than any other word in the English language(1). Not to mention, media and television sitcoms have degraded the “budgeting process” and say it can’t be taken seriously(1). […]

Exercising Your Savings & Emergency Funds

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Life is known for throwing curve balls when least expected. From injuries and car problems to new tax laws and job terminations, life is full of surprises. The problem that most individuals encounter is a lack of funds to catch these curves. This is where your emergency funds and savings accounts come into play. Understanding […]

Resolutions to Make 2020 a Financial Success

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When it comes to personal finance, you should always strive to be at the top of your game. A good way to think about personal finance is playing sports; when you have the drive and determination to win, it motivates you to perform at your best. Prior to that winning game, though, there was planning […]