Is your refrigerator door plastered with save-the-dates? Has your inbox been flooded with wedding e-vites? If so, you’re not alone. As pandemic-delayed celebrations continue and newly engaged couples set their dates, 2025 is shaping up to be one of the busiest wedding seasons in recent memory. While these joyous occasions are certainly worth celebrating, they […]
If you’ve winced at the checkout counter recently, you’re not alone. Food prices have risen approximately 25% over the last three years, with many staples increasing even more dramatically. While we can’t control market prices, we can significantly reduce our grocery expenses through strategic shopping—particularly by leveraging seasonal abundance. May represents a unique opportunity in […]
It’s hard to believe we’re almost halfway through 2025. Remember those financial New Year’s resolutions from January? Before the summer vacation mindset takes over, May offers the perfect moment to assess your financial health and make course corrections if needed. Think of this mid-year review as your financial wellness check. Just as your doctor tracks […]
It’s a familiar scene: December arrives and suddenly your wallet feels lighter than Santa’s sleigh after delivering all the presents. The average American family spends nearly $1,300 on Christmas yearly, yet most of us wait until November to start thinking about how we’ll pay for it all. What if I told you that starting your […]
The transition to college represents not just an academic milestone but a financial one. By implementing these strategies—establishing a high-yield savings account, adopting the 10% savings rule, securing necessary legal documents, creating a comprehensive budget, investigating employer repayment benefits, and maintaining a disciplined scholarship search—families can confidently approach this transition.