Becoming a first-time homeowner can be challenging, but developing a game plan can help you get there faster than you think. Here are some money moves to set you up for home-buying success.
Vacation Planning? 5 Tips to Save Time and Money
Whether you’re traveling overseas or closer to home, you want to enjoy your vacation without busting your budget. Here are five tips to help you plan smart, save money and make your journeys more enjoyable.
Car Buying? Check Out Auto Rebates and Incentives
Buying a car is a big investment, so you’ll want to find one that fits your lifestyle and budget. There are plenty of ways to drive home a bargain, especially with dealer incentives, factory rebates, cash-back offers and special financing. There are even incentives for certified pre-owned vehicles.
When to Use a Credit Card vs. a Debit Card
By Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach®
For a variety of reasons, some Americans hate using credit cards. Many worry about getting into debt, while others fret about fees or high interest rates.
How to Get a Credit Card if You Have No Credit History
By Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach®
If you’ve been told that you have a “thin” credit file or perhaps no credit history at all, you may feel like you’re in a Catch-22 situation: You want credit, but it’s hard to get credit, simply because you’ve never had credit in the past.
Making Tweens and Teens Money Smart
By Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach®
Young people don’t need to wait until they’re adults to begin learning about money matters. If we teach them key financial concepts now, they’ll be better prepared for life’s economic challenges as adults.
Here are some ideas and activities to make tweens and teens money-smart citizens. Continue reading
Experiential Learning For Youth Pays Big Dividends
By Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach®
Ever since my youngest daughter Alexis was 7 years old, she’s been saying she wants to become a doctor. At first, I honestly didn’t put much stock in it. After all, kids change their minds all the time when asked, “What do you want to be when you grow up?”
Ask the Expert: Demystifying Estate Planning
Sander Tom is a Trust Liaison Officer/Financial Advisor with more than 30 years of experience in the financial services industry. Over time, he has developed a deep understanding of estate planning and its powerful impact on a person’s life.
Don’t Derail Your Investing Plan
Are you a worrier when it comes to investing? Or perhaps you’re the “set it and forget it” type who doesn’t fret much about your investments? Whatever your investing style is, it’s important to invest regularly and keep a long-term perspective, including paying yourself first … automatically. Here are some tips to save for your future.
Bull or Bear Market: Stay Invested
Investing headlines have many Americans wondering what’s ahead for the stock market. In 2018, there were periods of extreme volatility and many investors experienced declines in their annual returns.
