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BLOG | INVESTING
2 min read | May 3, 2022
Before you start investing or make changes to your current investments, you may want to research the current direction of the markets. Trends dictate the value of your investments, and could influence when you decide to start, and how much you invest.
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BLOG | INVESTING
1 min read | April 27, 2022
Over the past year social media has been swarming with celebrities, content creators, and influencers promoting, purchasing, and producing NFTs. It has left many of us wondering what an NFT is about.
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BLOG | CAREER
2 min read | April 27, 2022
They say your network is your net worth, so if you haven’t been intentionally building your social capital, it’s easy to feel broke in this area. While networking may seem daunting at first, with these simple steps, it can be fun and easy!
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BLOG | LIFESTYLE & TRAVEL
2 min read | April 27, 2022
Meal planning can save you money and time, as well as help you eat better. The next question most people will ask is: How do I plan meals? Check out some tips to help create your plan for meal planning.
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BLOG | CREDIT
2 min read | April 27, 2022
Between life events, pandemics, and unexpected emergencies, it’s not uncommon to be late on making a payment. The impact of a late payment on your credit score will vary depending on a variety of factors. Keep reading to learn more.
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BLOG | LIFESTYLE & TRAVEL
2 min read | April 27, 2022
There are a few things you should consider when planning to move to another state. Work, schools, cost of living, and moving costs are a few of the items that should be on your pre-move checklist. Before making the move, create a strategy.
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BLOG | LIFESTYLE & TRAVEL
2 min read | April 24, 2022
Find a place that works with your timeframe and explore! It can be somewhere new or a place you have already been.
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BLOG | COLLEGE
3 min read | April 20, 2022
According to EducationData.org, the cost of college increases 6.8% annually, and the average cost per year is more than $35,000. Let’s break down how those costs add up to see where the money goes.
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BLOG | CREDIT
3 min read | April 20, 2022
Credit bureaus collect and track consumer and business financial data. They create credit reports from their collected data, which are then used to generate credit scores. Learn about them and how they use information to build your score.
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BLOG | CREDIT
1 min read | April 20, 2022
Credit plays such a big role in our lives because it can be attached to so many things. Do you know how to pull your own credit report to make sure everything is correct?
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BLOG | LIFESTYLE & TRAVEL
1 min read | April 19, 2022
Classes and work environments have gone from in person to virtual to hybrid and back. A way to help remain optimistic about the changes occurring around you is to have a plan to stay on track. Check out our tips to navigate future changes.
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BLOG | CREDIT
2 min read | April 19, 2022
Homeownership, car payments, and careers may seem far away but building your credit score now will give you more options and flexibility when that season of life comes. A higher credit score can open doors for you, so start building early.
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BLOG | CAREER
2 min read | April 19, 2022
Soft skills are traits and interpersonal skills that characterize your relationships with other people. It can be challenging to develop them, but if you follow these four tips, you’ll be ahead of the herd and stand out among your peers.
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BLOG | FRAUD
2 min read | April 19, 2022
LinkedIn is a popular way to make professional connections, but users must remain vigilant. Many fraudsters use the platform to lure job seekers to fake websites, administer phishing and vishing attacks, and circulate clickbait.
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BLOG | LIFESTYLE & TRAVEL
2 min read | April 19, 2022
Many people find it difficult to get started on tasks, especially if they’re procrastinating due to anxiety or a lack of interest. Check out some tips to get a jump-start on responsibilities you’ve been putting off.
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BLOG | BUDGETING
2 min read | April 19, 2022
Our relationship with money is complex and differs vastly from person to person. Things such as our financial education – or lack thereof – can affect our spending behaviors whether we realize it or not and mold our spending identities.
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BLOG | BUDGETING
2 min read | March 31, 2022
Do you have a budget that works for you? Many of us create budgets and then find ourselves not actively using them. Often times, people fail to use their spending plan because they have not made one that fits their lifestyle or habits.
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BLOG | CREDIT
2 min read | March 24, 2022
Everyone has a need to know that their identity is safe and no one wants to hear that their personal information has been compromised. Our personal information is heavily connected to our credit reports.
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BLOG | BUDGETING
1 min read | March 17, 2022
A budget tracks your income and expenses to increase savings, decrease needless spending, and pay off debts. It gives you more control over your finances, prepares you for an emergency, and helps you to meet and track financial goals.
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BLOG | FRAUD
2 min read | March 8, 2022
The central concept of the pyramid scheme is to move up to the highest level. We all want to become high-level investors and earners. But pyramid “investments” are considered schemes because they frequently unsuccessful and can be illegal.
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BLOG | LIFESTYLE & TRAVEL
1 min read | March 1, 2022
Trying to plan the right spring break trip on a budget can be stressful, but it doesn’t have to be. Here are some tips on how to find the best deal to have the best time!
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BLOG | INVESTING
1 min read | February 22, 2022
The way you invest will, and should, change over your lifetime. Some factors that most think about when investing involve your goals for invested funds, when you anticipate needing the funds, and how much risk you are comfortable with.
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BLOG | LIFESTYLE & TRAVEL
2 min read | February 17, 2022
When starting a new season of life, it’s easy to have grand plans of everything you want to do. However, like going to the buffet, if you take on too much in the beginning, you won’t be able to make it all the way to the end
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BLOG | BUDGETING
2 min read | February 15, 2022
You’ve heard that failing to pay bills can hurt your credit and have other consequences for your finances. If you’re not getting a monthly statement, it can be easy to forget to pay the most important bill you’ll ever have: your savings.
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