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If you’re trying to decide if buying your first home is the right move, you’re in the right place. Making the decision to settle into a more permanent place is a great way to increase your wealth, get better tax breaks, and invest in your future. See how investing in a home can improve your life for the long haul.

No one wants to fight about money with their significant other. Trying to figure out money issues together can add more stress to any relationship. This doesn’t have to be the case. Follow these conversation tips to make managing money together a much smoother process.

Even the most careful budgeter can come upon hard times. Things like unexpected medical expenses, broken appliances, flat tires, and unemployment can quickly wipe our emergency funds and other savings. Don’t worry! Emergencies like these are the exact reason to have an emergency fund. No matter where you’re at, here’s how to rebuild after a crisis drains your savings.

Save big this summer by enjoying summer at home with these fun activities! Don’t let lack of funds get in the way of having a good time during the warmer months. We’ve put together a list of ideas you can do this summer that won’t break the bank and make sure everyone has fun! Family […]

According to Everfi, 13 out of 20 students surveyed graduated without taking a single personal finance class. That means 65% of those students who are going to graduate four-year colleges with an average student loan debt of $28,000 may not know how to create a budget or balance their check book. Here are a few skills and resources to help your student leave your home confident in managing their finances and understanding student loans.

Encouraging positive attitudes about money in your children can have a lifelong impact on their financial habits as they grow up. Building a strong foundation of good money management habits and offering advice can help your children achieve financial independence as they take on more responsibility through college and beyond. Here are a few easy ways to instill positive money habits early and set your kids on a path toward financial responsibility.