By Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach®
No matter how tight a bond you may have with your loved ones, it can still be challenging to talk to them about sensitive financial topics. After all, money is often regarded as a taboo subject. Even worse: disagreements about financial matters can potentially strain your closest relationships.
By Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach®
Here’s a super easy way to slash your restaurant bill when you’re going out to eat with friends: take advantage of printed or digital coupons and discounts.
Here are three options to nab discounted meals and spend less while eating out:
By Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach®
Let’s put it out there: Americans are often way too stressed out. According to the American Institute of Stress, over 70% of people regularly feel physical and psychological symptoms caused by stress in their lives.
By Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach®
Sometimes, conflict with your significant other may seem inevitable, and that includes argument about finances.
When it comes to money matters, however, frequent financial disputes can be toxic for a relationship. Research shows that couples that argue a lot over money issues have greater levels of unhappiness and are more likely to break up.
So how can you avoid economic drama and maintain financial peace with your honey? Here are three rules to avoiding money arguments with your spouse or partner.
By Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach®
Sticking to a budget can be tough for anyone, but especially if your income is irregular. After all, the bills don’t stop just because your paycheck fluctuates or you’re only working during certain seasons. Continue reading
Meet the Money Coach
Lynnette Khalfani-Cox, The Money Coach®, is a personal finance expert, television and radio personality, and the author of numerous books, including the New York Times best-seller “Zero Debt: The Ultimate Guide to Financial Freedom.” Lynnette once had $100,000 in credit card debt, but she paid it all off in three years and turned her financial life around. SchoolsFirst FCU is pleased to partner with her to provide financial education and advice exclusively for our Members. Continue reading
When sending money from the U.S. to friends or family abroad, your first thought might be to rush to the bank. But banks’ average fees for international money transfers are around $43, and their foreign exchange rates and delivery speeds aren’t the best.
Here are details on some of the top providers to consider for sending international money transfers.
If you’re waging an inner battle of good vs. bad spending every time you whip out your credit card or peek at your monthly bank statement, it’s probably time to give your views on budgeting a shake-up.
Most teenagers probably won’t leap at the prospect of learning about personal finance on their own.
That’s why it’s important to take the time to teach them smart money management. To get the conversation started, here are seven topics worth discussing to help your teen avoid costly financial missteps in the future.
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Set Specific Goals
Saving tends to be easier when you have a certain purpose in mind: Saving for your first house, retirement at a certain age, a child’s college education, or even a trip around the world. The important thing is to be specific.