Are you, a friend, or a family member struggling with student loans? Currently, there is about $945 billion in outstanding student loan debt in the U.S. That’s more than the total current national credit card debt. The amount some young adults have saddled themselves with is staggering; a staff member in our office graduated from […]
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America Saves Week: Time to set a goal, make a plan, and save automatically!
It’s time to celebrate America Saves Week 2013! This year, celebrate in style by following the steps of the Saves Week theme: Set a goal. Make a plan. Save automatically. This is more than just a theme – it is a recipe for success, because these steps can help you reach your goals. Making good financial decisions has […]
Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is
Have you ever thought about your spending purchases from an ethical standpoint? I’m sure you’ve noticed the “Buy American” bumper sticker on the back of some people’s cars, but for the most part not too many people give daily consideration to where and how the products they buy are made. With us being a cog […]
Set Some Financial Goals for the New Year.
Are you the resolving type? How are those New Year’s Resolutions coming along? Resolutions made in January have such a bad reputation, I’ve stopped attempting them. However, goals are important at all times of year – not just in January. No matter what you call them, it’s important to set aside time to review where […]
Join the Club
Do you remember each and every Christmas gift you received as a child? In my family, I am noted as the person with the most “long term memory,” but even I can only remember a handful of them. What I do remember most about Christmases’ past is the day spent with extended family, the pretty […]
Before You Buy Toys
Whether you plan to purchase toys for a holiday or another special occasion here are some things to consider before you buy: Age and Development of the Child Of course you want the child to enjoy the toy. Toys may be marked as to appropriate ages for that toy, but what if you are not […]