Savings

After the wedding and honeymoon bliss wears off, it’s time to get back to reality. Money is a topic that requires discussion between you and your partner, hopefully before nuptials take place. Finances can be a huge point of contention between couples, so it’s important to establish a plan early…

The arrival of spring means a new group of college graduates will soon be entering the workforce in earnest and facing financial choices that will impact their futures. Between planning for retirement, saving for other goals like purchasing a home or raising children, dealing with student loans and managing their…

College tuition is on the rise, living costs are high and the future is uncertain. Combine that with the pressure to secure your child’s financial future, and it may sound intimidating. However, a few expert-approved moves can help pave the path for their success.”It’s important for parents to save what…

The amount Americans believe they will need to retire comfortably has increased faster than inflation, but what they are saving has dropped, a recent survey said.  U.S. adults believe they will need at least $1.46 million to retire in style, according to a Northwestern Mutual survey. This figure is up 15%…

Saving money all starts with a tangible goal. So, let’s start with $10,000 in one year.  Saving money is challenging, with pressures to buy, buy, buy all around us, bills to pay and debts to eliminate. If you want to save $10,000 in a single year, it is going to require…

Want to watch your money grow?  A high-yield savings account allows your money to make money, with very little work from you. A high-yield savings account offers a higher interest rate on deposits made than a traditional savings account. Shortly after depositing into a high-yield savings account, you’ll see how much…

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