Personal Finance

3 Financial Protection Habits Every Family Needs

3 Financial Protection Habits Every Family Needs

September is a month of fresh starts as we welcome autumn, enjoy cooler temperatures, and get into a more structured routine than summer often affords. As a new season begins, we can also find ourselves evaluating and choosing financial protection measures for our financial assets. Unfortunately, many families that think they were well-prepared for disaster to strike find out that they lacked adequate coverage after the fact. We can learn from recent tragedies and the hard-learned lessons they have…

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Personal Financial Forecasting: Your Step-by-Step Plan

Personal Financial Forecasting: Your Step-by-Step Plan

If you've ever felt uncertain about how to prepare for your financial future, you are not alone. Whether preparing for retirement, caring for aging parents, or planning for your children's education costs, gaining clarity about your financial future through personal financial forecasting can build your confidence and put your mind at ease. Personal financial forecasting doesn't have to be complicated with this step-by-step plan, allowing you to face the future with greater clarity. Why Personal Financial Forecasting Changes Everything…

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Financial Self-Sufficiency: 10 Smart Ways to Save Money at Home

Financial Self-Sufficiency: 10 Smart Ways to Save Money at Home

In today's unpredictable economic landscape, creating financial self-sufficiency begins at home. We've researched great resources to increase your household's self-sufficiency while reducing expenses and building resilience. Overall, adopting a single strategy from this collection could make a meaningful difference in your monthly budget. No matter your living situation, these approaches can be customized to fit your space and circumstances. Disclosure: This blog may contain affiliate links, which means we may earn a commission if you click a link and…

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Money Myths Your Parents Taught You – And What to Do Instead

Money Myths Your Parents Taught You – And What to Do Instead

With the best intentions, financial advice gets passed on through generations. Parents, grandparents, aunts, and uncles lovingly share the practices that have worked for them, but some of the guidance may not apply to today's economy as our world has evolved. In this blog, we are reviewing timeless advice and financial practices that may need to be updated to reflect our new economic realities so that we can make the best financial choices. Let's break down some of the…

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Tax Season 2025: What’s New and What You Need to Know

Tax Season 2025: What’s New and What You Need to Know

The W-2s are arriving, and tax season 2025 is in full swing. Tax season can feel overwhelming, but with the correct information and a little preparation, you can tackle it with confidence. Whether you're filing as early as possible or taking some time to gather your documents, staying informed about the latest tax updates is key. Let's break down what's changed for 2025 and how to get organized. Disclosure: This blog may contain affiliate links, which means we may…

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