Usher in the new year with plans for financial improvement and resolutions to do more! Here are some tips to get you started: Tune your budget It’s great to start the new year with a plan. A budget is a plan that starts with the income you expect and your fixed expenses such as your mortgage, insurance, and utilities. The …
Preparing Your Kids For College: The Must Have Money Talk
College is a time for kids to take responsibility for their finances. Many college first-year students have had minimal experience dealing with money. Typically they come from living in a parent-controlled world where they have rules, and they know their limits. College offers a sense of freedom that could cause financial problems if not handled correctly. Credit cards and shopping …