Having control over your day-to-day finances

Money is personal, and emotional, but it doesn’t have to be scary. Understanding how your day-to-day finances and your emotions are connected

Easy steps for starting a “surprise” fund

Surprises happen, and they can get very expensive. Whether you have a “surprise fund” already or not, these easy steps can help you fee

Budgeting for a non-budgeter

Budgeting doesn’t have to be a scary word. Take the fear out of budgeting with these simple tips, tricks, and ideas to help even a beginning

Should you combine your finances after getting married

Whether or not to tie your finances together after you’ve tied the knot is a big question for all newly married couples. Here’s what you need to

Starting a family the total cost of a baby in 1983 versus today

Having a child has always been a big decision, and a big expense, but how much more do new parents today have to pay than their parents did

5 things to do after divorce to help build financial freedom

Divorce is a reality that half of married couples will face in their lifetime—it’s an emotionally challenging time for most, but bringing a

4 ways to cut your tax bill in retirement

Retiring this year? One of the biggest changes you may face in retirement comes on your annual tax return—here’s how you can make sure you

5 things that trigger your tax planning going from online-only to a tax professional

Depending on your situation, tax season can become very complicated. As your life situation changes, so does your tax situation. Here are 5

How to protect your small business from a lawsuit

Lawsuits are a reality that many people face today. You can be sued for almost anything, so what steps can you take as a small-business

Financial basics for your high school graduate

Leaving home for the first time can be a challenging time for parents and children. To make sure your new grad is ready to face life away from home, here are some financial basics you can teach today to set your child up for financial success in the future.