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New School Year Checklist: 5 Financial Steps To Take Now

As the new school year begins, many school employees are focused on getting back into a regular routine. It's also a great time to create a new financial routine. Here are five financial check-ins to help you feel more prepared for the months ahead.

Seven Smart Ways To Use Your Tax Refund This Year

Tax refunds started arriving this month. Whether your tax refund is $500 or $5,000, consider using a portion of it to grow your savings or pay down debt.

Earning Extra Income? Here's What the IRS Wants You To Know

The IRS has new technology to spot side income, also called gig or freelance income. This includes money earned from ride‑share driving, selling items online or doing freelance work.

How To Find and Cancel Subscriptions You’re Not Using

Somewhere in your bank or credit card statement, there may be a subscription you forgot to cancel. A recent CNET survey found that unused subscriptions cost the average person at least $200 a year.

A quick 15-minute review of your accounts can help uncover money that can be used to pay down debt or grow your emergency fund.

The Anti-Resolution Guide To Growing Your Savings

Building savings doesn’t have to rely on willpower, perfect timing or one big, make-or-break resolution. Instead, the most resilient savers focus on small, repeatable systems that work with real life — not against it. Systems that keep moving forward even when prices zigzag or plans change.

Four Tips To Overcome Financial Hurdles

Regardless of past financial missteps, it’s never too late to start improving your situation.

What You Should Know About Personal Loans

You can use a personal loan to pay for almost anything.

Five Year-End Money Moves To Make Now

As the year winds down, it's the perfect time to take stock of your financial situation and set yourself up for a prosperous new year.

Why a Mid-Year Financial Cleanse Matters

Now that we’ve hit the midpoint of the year, it’s a great time to declutter your money habits, recheck your progress and build a plan that aligns with your goals — whether it’s tackling debt, saving more or simply getting organized.

Stressing About Money? Six Ways to Change Your Mindset

  A simple solution is to start changing the way you think about money.  

Need a Financial Plan? An Advisor Can Help

If you are thinking about getting some expert advice, here are some things to consider.

Money Tips From Your Wiser, Future Self

Consider these six strategies to help build lasting financial well-being.

How to Build a Share Certificate Ladder

Share certificates can accelerate your savings with little risk.  

Five Reasons a Personal Loan May be Right for You

  When you need money, a personal loan can be a game-changer.  

Don’t Get Stung by Banking Fees

Incurring fees can swell your spending and weaken your budget.

Money Moves to Make in Your 60s

Reassess your finances and be prepared to reboot your retirement plan.

Money Tips for Military Spouses

How to working toward a solid financial future and getting help when you need it.

Get Financially Prepared for a Natural Disaster

If disaster strikes, are you financially ready?

Eight Money Moves to Successfully Battle Inflation

Although economic news point to a better economy, inflation is still with us. And while you can’t control what happens next, you can manage how you save and spend. 

Why a Financial Plan Can Improve Your Life

You wouldn’t take a road trip to a new vacation spot without the proper directions, but are you as prepared when it comes to managing your finances?  

Money Hacks to Get Financially On Track

Becoming a savvy consumer doesn't have to be complicated. With the right strategies, you can take control of your money and make financial decisions you can feel good about.

Build a Successful Savings Strategy

Saving regularly is one of the most important ways you can create financial security. But how do you do it strategically?

Money Moves to Make in Your 50s

Even though retirement may be years away, evaluating your progress along with other long-term goals can help you shift priorities and make the most of your money.

Money Moves to Make in Your 20s

When you’re just starting out in your career, you may worry if you’re making the right decisions, especially when it comes to finances.  

Money Moves to Make in Your 30s

Here are 10 steps that can help you build security and work toward your financial goals.

Your Teen’s Not Too Young For a Roth IRA

A Roth IRA can help them start saving now and get tax benefits, too.

How to Save and Invest This Year

Here are some solutions to make the most of your money this year – and beyond.

Money Strategies to Weather This Economy

Good financial planning doesn't have to be complicated. Making small, intentional changes can change your life.

Your Money: Navigating Rising Interest Rates

Here's how to take a long-term view.

CDs vs. Share Certificates: Are They the Same Thing?

Both CDs and share certificates allow you to invest your savings to earn interest or dividends over a set time period.  

Money Moves to Make in Your 40s

You'll need a plan you can live with and adjust it to your changing needs.

5 Money Moves for New Parents

Here's how to help your family grow financially strong.

Should You Say I Do to Merging Your Finances?

There are decisions to make about your new life together, including money.

Retirement Savings Before College

If you haven't been contributing regularly to your retirement, it's important to start and keep going.

Demystifying Estate Planning

Here are some reasons to prepare for the future now.

Saving Tips for a Great Vacation

Plan wisely to make your R&R more enjoyable.

How to Talk to Your Family About Your Estate Plan

If you've been putting off having a plan in place, now's the time to get started.

Tips to Save, Borrow and Spend During Inflation

Consumers are feeling the pinch — from food, gas and cars — to everything else.

Understanding Student Loan Forgiveness

Understand what loan forgiveness is, how it affects public and private student loans, and who qualifies.

Estate Planning Moves if Your Child Isn’t Good With Money

As a loving parent, you want to protect your family if something happens to you.

Money Moves to Make in Your 70s

Here are 10 tips to help you live the retirement you want.

Understanding Annuities

Annuities provide a more moderate approach to help build retirement savings.

What To Do With An Inheritance

Here are some ways to help you decide what to do.

How to Manage Money During a Recession

Here are some do's and dont's to help manage your money during tough times.

Smart Ways to Save for College

Here are some options to help you save now for your child's bright future.

Kids and Saving

Help kids learn to save and spend wisely.

Ways to Improve Your Financial Security

Get back to basics and improve your financial picture.