Creating saving accounts for your children is a great way to set your child up for their future. Many parents who save for multiple children ask if they should have one saving account for all of their children or have separate … Read More
Welcoming a new child is a joyous occasion, but did you know that the average child costs their parents $500,000 in their lifetime? Saving for your child’s financial future is important because it can help set a secure foundation for … Read More
When did you request your first loan or credit card? As soon as you opened your first loan or credit card account a credit report with your name on it started keeping tabs. Whether you’ve had credit for three months … Read More
Using credit can be confusing. You create all of these effective spending habits to avoid applying for a credit card, but then you need credit to build a good credit score so that you can get a home, a car, … Read More
Do you remember your teacher saying “this will go on your permanent record”? Well, think of your credit history as just that. Your credit history is a permanent record that follows you forever, playing a huge role in many major … Read More
Congrats to all of the newly married couples! You survived the intense wedding planning and signed the marriage certificate, but that’s not where the work and the planning stops. You’re just getting started! Now’s the time to put in the … Read More
If you want your children to develop healthy financial habits, it’s important to begin teaching them about money at an early age. One of the best financial literacy tools you can provide your child is a savings account. Opening a … Read More
Most American adults have and use credit cards, whether for day-to-day purchases or just in case of emergency. Some people only have one or two credit cards, while others have a wallet full. According to data gathered by Experian in … Read More
For most Americans, outside of buying a home, purchasing a car is one of the largest financial decisions they will make. Data shows that cars can lose more than 10 percent of their value during the first month of ownership … Read More
When purchasing a new car, you may not realize that you aren’t stuck with the original loan. If you’re unhappy with your original auto loan, refinancing may be the answer. Refinancing your auto loan could potentially reduce your monthly payment, … Read More
