Ever noticed how much easier it is to fall out of shape than to get into shape? The same can be said (albeit the exact opposite) about getting into (too easy) and out of (pretty hard) debt. There are many ways to dig out of debt—some extreme and unlikely, like winning the lottery or inheriting a pile of money. Chances are pretty low that either ...
You’ve probably noticed that scam emails and texts are getting harder to tell apart from legitimate messages. If it’s enough to make you question everything that hits your phone or inbox, you’re not alone. So, what can we do? First off, trust your gut. If you aren’t expecting a message, don’t be so quick to click a link (whose sole purpose may b...
Step 9 of 10 Steps to Financial Wellness You’re now ready to start saving—and growing that savings—for a comfortable retirement. And the longer you allow your savings to grow, the bigger your nest egg will be when it’s time to cash in on your funds. In other words, the earlier you can start saving, the better. For step 9 of your financial wellne...
Step 2 of 10 Steps to Financial Wellness Budgeting systems are designed to help you understand and evaluate your relationship with money. For step 2 in your financial wellness journey, you'll want to establish a budgeting system that fits your personality and money management style. These are four of the most common: 50/30/20 budget . This is a...
Many of us let popular claims about life insurance convince us that we don’t need it. Whatever your unique needs, it doesn’t hurt to give what you’ve heard additional thought—in fact, it might help a great deal. Read on to see if you change your mind about seven of the most common life insurance misconceptions. #1: I’m single and have no...