What’s the difference between retirement and summer vacation? There are a few! Check out this guide for how to prepare for retirement.

Here are the answers to some of our most commonly asked questions about retirement. Let’s make a plan for your retirement success!

You may have heard strong warnings to steer clear of debt. And it’s true—debt can majorly harm your financial future. But is debt ever worth it? Can some debts help more than harm? We’ll answer your debt questions in this post.Is debt ever worth it?Have you been...

At best, having your identity stolen costs time and money. Restoring your identity is no fun. We want to give you a few helpful tips for some of the best action steps you can take for preventing identity theftWhat is identity theft?Identity theft is when someone...

With the housing market still pretty hot, you may be wondering what your home is worth. Do you need a home appraisal? What factors go into a home appraisal, anyway? When do you need a home appraisal? We know you’re probably curious about your home. However, a home...

In the financial world, there’s sometimes debate on whether or not having a credit card is the best idea. Should you have one? Our answer is a probable yes – if you can use your credit card wisely.Should you have a credit card?There are multiple ways that having a...

Some studies say that approximately 1/3 of retirees end up returning to work. However, there are a few things you'll need to know about returning to work after retirement in order to avoid unnecessary costs and fees.Why do people return to work after retirement?If...

How does retirement affect your health? When you retire, virtually your entire lifestyle changes. Suddenly, instead of being at your job for eight hours a day, you have all this free time on your hands! Being prepared for this change not only financially but also...

"What is a HSA, and do I need one?" This is a question that many people ask as they make plans for health insurance and their financial futures. Read on to learn all about whether this decision may be beneficial for you.What is a HSA?A health savings account is like a...

Is it a good idea to pay off your mortgage early? Here are some thoughts to consider when making this important decision!

These 7 habits of millionaires are some of the most common themes we see in the lives of the wealthy. Do you live by any of these habits?

If you’re filling taxes on your own, a tax software program can help. Here are some of the best tax software programs available right now.

Teaching your kids good saving habits from a young age will set them up for financial success in the future. Here are some ideas to help!

Are you withholding the correct amount from your paychecks? Learn why it matters and how to withhold accurately in this post.

Have you ever wondered if a financial advisor is really necessary? We share a few of the ways an advisor can benefit your financial future.

Feeling like Christmas always knocks you down harder than you expected (financially, that is)? It’s hard to enjoy Christmastime when you feel like your hard-earned savings is all slipping out of your hands at once. Good news: it is possible to show your loved ones...

Is the future of Social Security secure? According to the Social Security Board of Trustees, the current benefits program will be kept up until 2035. At this time, changes will have to be made if the full benefits are to be maintained. These changes will most likely...

If you’ve ever been a victim of debit card fraud, you probably want to do everything possible to prevent it from happening again. For those who’ve never experienced debit card fraud – let’s keep it that way! It’s no fun, and even if you aren’t out any money in the...

Should you ever take out a personal loan? Personal loans can sound tempting, but they’re also risky. Let’s asses whether one’s right for you.

Can you retire on $1 million? In order to invest effectively, you need a goal and investments that will grow with inflation.