You certainly aren't alone if you're rushing to file your tax return and looking for some last-minute tax savings strategies. … 3 last-minute tax savings strategiesRead More » read more
Studies have long supported that students who advance further in high school math have higher wages and are more likely to be unemployed. … The case for teaching personal finance to high school studentsRead More » read more
If you’re wondering how the new tax laws passed in late 2017 will affect your taxes next year, you’re certainly in good company. The Tax Cuts and Job Act (TCJA), passed on December 22, 2017, is the biggest overhaul of the of U.S. tax code since 1986 and it has many Americans wondering how they can avoid owing money to the government. … How the new tax laws affect your read more
In a nation where households are awash in debt, it is never too early to teach children the value of hanging on to a dollar. … Debit cards for kids: Can they help teach money management?Read More » read more
No one in their right mind wants to blow a pot o’ gold on St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. … 5 places to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day on the cheapRead More » read more
Q&A with Preston D. Cherry: Using small-win financial goals to achieve big outcomes
February 23rd, 2018 By Offain Gunasekara
When it comes to achieving long-term goals for our personal finances, it can sometimes be difficult to see the end outcome. And figuring out what steps to take in order to reach that goal can be somewhat mind numbing. But according to our expert guest, Preston D. Cherry, using small-win financial goals may help us to hit the bigger ones. … Q&A with Preston D. Cherry: Using small-win financial goals read more
Q&A with Abed G. Rabbani: Setting realistic financial goals
February 20th, 2018 By Offain Gunasekara
We're not yet too far into 2018 to set resolutions. And one that's often overlooked is arguably one of the most important — setting realistic financial goals. … Q&A with Abed G. Rabbani: Setting realistic financial goalsRead More » read more
We all know the wonderful feeling of seeing a fabulous home — or a gleaming new car — that sets our heart fluttering with desire. However, the dream of owning such goods cannot become reality without creating big financial goals – and achieving them. … How to Set Realistic Financial GoalsRead More » read more
Creating and sticking to a budget is no easy task, especially around the holiday season. Fortunately, there are a slew of budgeting apps to help you track your spending. Download one of these on your smartphone and you'll not only get help creating a budget, you'll have instant access to your recent spending habits. … The 5 best budgeting apps for on the goRead More » read more
Kids get older and families get bigger, but your holiday budget can’t keep up with the growing demands. According to the American Research Group, Americans plan to spend an average of $983 on gifts alone during the 2017 holiday season. That’s up 6% from 2016 and an increase of nearly $400 from 20 years ago. … 5 great tips for creating a holiday budgetRead More » read more