Financial Fundamentals Blog

Growing your family is one of the most rewarding experiences in life, but it can also be one of the most expensive. Let’s explore some tips for planning for a baby financially so you can keep your finances on track during this exciting time.

Moving isn’t easy. It’s a lot of hard work with plenty of decisions to make — and it can be expensive. However, moving doesn’t have to be overly stressful or expensive.

Moving isn’t the easiest thing to do, but moving into a new home can be rewarding—as long as you avoid some of the common financial pitfalls that come along with it. Let’s explore some of the typical money mistakes people make while moving and how to avoid them.

Congratulations on your engagement! This is such an exciting time and we’re sure you have plenty of visions about what you want your wedding to look like, who you want to invite, and what your wedding colors will be.

We all have retirement dreams—catching up on the to-be-read list, traveling with family, or doing projects around the house. No matter what your retirement dreams are, one thing is certain: You need to make sure you’re saving enough now so you don’t have to worry about money later. But the big question is: Are you doing enough saving for retirement?

Navigating the world of college and financial aid is no easy task. Tuition can be expensive, which puts added stress on families because they’re on the hunt for scholarships, grants and other financial aid.

You can’t prevent unexpected events from happening. However, you can make sure you’re as prepared as possible to protect yourself and your family from the worst of any financial hardship you could experience from an unexpected life event.

Direct deposit is wonderful, but if you’re not taking the time to review your pay stub now and again, you could be missing crucial mistakes. Learn about common payroll deductions to help make sure you’re being paid all you deserve.

We’ve arrived at that magical time of year where parents scour sale ads and coupon apps for hot deals while children try to squeeze every last minute out of summer break. Yes, it’s back-to-school shopping season.

You have big dreams for your home. Maybe you want to replace your roof, remodel your kitchen, or expand your entertainment spaces. No matter how large or small your home improvement goals are, you need a way to make your dreams a reality.

The holiday season is one of the most popular times of the year to get engaged. In fact, 40 percent of proposals happen between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day. If you’re one of those lucky couples, you’re probably asking yourself, “how do we pay for all of this?” Don’t worry. We’ve got you covered with a few tips on how to create a wedding budget that won’t break the bank.

78% of Americans are living paycheck to paycheck. Watching your bank account dwindle while the bills pile up can take a hefty toll on all aspects of your life. Before you let financial stress consume you, check out these tips for relief.