We are all most conscious of protecting the big things in our lives--our vehicles, buildings, and our lives themselves. Health falls in there too. But we can lose track of just how much we have invested in our other belongings, and if we're renting a home, we may forget that … [Read more...]
Should young families resign to always rent in big cities?
We are excited to bring a partnered guest post to you. In big cities around the world, will Millennials become the first generation to be known as “generation rent”? Will the dream of owning your own home become exactly that… a dream? Or is it possible, in a globalized … [Read more...]
Saving for a Vacation: Establish a Vacation-Specific Savings Account & Other Tips
Post is sponsored by M&T Bank. Getting away on a vacation is an important thing for a lot of people. But, with a slow economy and many struggling financially, it often gets pushed to the bottom of the priority list. However, with some careful planning and smart saving, a … [Read more...]
Have Rich Conversations Over the Holidays
We are excited to feature a guest post from Donna Skeels Cygan! One of many financial strategies mentioned in The Joy of Financial Security is to avoid the pressure of “keeping up with the Joneses.” This dynamic is very pervasive in our society, and it is toxic to attaining … [Read more...]