How to Have Fun on a No-Spend Weekend
During a “No-Spend Weekend,†the challenge is simple: avoid spending any money and see just how much fun you can still have on a limited budget.
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How to Merge Money Matters After Tying the Knot
The marriage process doesn’t end when you cut the cake or make the toast, though. Married couples should take the time to marry their finances as well.
Tips for Managing Spending
Managing spending and keeping up with your budget can be difficult tasks, but there are ways to make it easier to manage your spending, reach your financial goals and improve your financial well-being.
Are You and Your Future Spouse on the Same Page About Finances?
The most stereotypical, pre-marriage conversation that can make or break a relationship is generally about children. A conversation many couples unfortunately neglect is one regarding financial goals, which is too bad considering money can be one of the most contentious aspects of marriage. A study performed by Utah State University found couples who argued about finances at least once a week were more than 30 percent more likely to divorce.1 Their survey examined a variety of indicators to determine which aspects of marital discord were the most reliable forecaster for divorce. Of all the potential disputes analyzed–ranging from sex and quality time spent together to in-laws and household chores–disagreements about finances turned out to be the most accurate signal that divorce was a likely outcome.
How to Start Managing Your Retirement Savings
Saving can seem like a daunting task, especially if you’re not entirely confident in your investing abilities or secure in your current financial situation, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t try. There is rarely universal agreement among financial and investment professionals, so the fact that everyone says you should save for retirement, preferably as early as possible, should be a pretty clear indicator that it’s a good idea.
Make Your Dreams Come True with Smart Savings Strategies
Everyone has dreams and life goals. For you that may be homeownership, sending your kids to college, comfortably retiring or all of the above. Reaching these goals takes time and a well-thought-out saving strategy.
Seven Inexpensive and Special Ways to Celebrate Mother’s Day
Seven Inexpensive Ways to Celebrate Mother’s Day
Too Much Debt, What to do When You Are Juggling Bills
Useful tools to help you make decisions on paying bills.
Student Loans, Not a Barrier to Home Ownership
With all the talk in the media about the trouble with student loan debt, many borrowers are still managing to achieve the American dream.