15 Fun Gifts for Dad that Don’t Break the Budget Bookmark Article

It’s Dad’s time, and you want to go all out to make your all-time favorite hero happy. Fortunately, that doesn’t mean you need to drain your wallet. You can make Dad’s day, and keep your budget, too. Here are 15 fun and low-cost gifts that’ll make Dad smile this Father’s Day. IPhone, Apple Watch and Read More »
Step 3 of 12 to Financial Wellness: Pay Down Debt

[You’ve tracked your spending, designed a budget for your monthly expenses, and you’re well on your way to financial wellness. In this next step, you’ll create a plan for paying down your existing debt.] Consumer debt can be one of the biggest challenges to realizing good financial wellness. Credit card companies design their business model Read More »
What is a Fraud Ring and How Can I Keep Myself Safe?

Q: I’ve been hearing a lot about fraud rings and how dangerous they can be for both businesses and consumers. What is a fraud ring, and how can I keep myself safe from falling victim?
A: A fraud ring is a group of fraudsters and merchants that can operate for years, stealing money and information while
Step 2 of 12 to Financial Wellness: Creating a Budget

Now that you’ve tracked your spending and kept a careful record of where your money goes over the course of a month, you’re ready to move onto the next step of financial wellness: creating a budget. (See Budgets play a crucial role in promoting financial awareness, which then helps to facilitate more responsible money choices. Read More »