by Guest Writer | Feb 2, 2023 | Retirement Planning
Step 1: Know when to start retirement planningWhen should you start retirement planning? In a word, now. In four words, as early as possible. The earlier you start planning, the more time your money has to grow.That said, it’s never too late to start retirement...
by Guest Writer | Feb 2, 2023 | Taxes
If you’ve been debating whether to file your taxes early this year, tax experts say there are now several reasons that might be a good idea. The biggest one is the rise in tax-related identity fraud. Kelley Long, a certified financial planner and certified...
by Guest Writer | Feb 2, 2023 | Budgeting, Miscellaneous
Has anyone else noticed how hard it is to recover from the holiday money crunch? To be perfectly honest, it usually takes most people a few months, which is why it’s always a good idea to think about affordable Valentine’s Day date ideas. In a world where a single...
by Guest Writer | Jan 19, 2023 | Finance
SET SMART GOALSTip no.1 is to write down your Financial SMART Goals. What are SMART goals? Smart goals are goals that are specific, measurable, actionable, realistic and time bound. Below is a definition of each of the S.M.A.R.T. goal criteria:Specific: Make sure you...
by Guest Writer | Jan 19, 2023 | Market, Miscellaneous
New year, new you! Many people set resolutions for the new year with the goal of becoming better versions of themselves.Schedule a No-Spend MonthFor some people, this may mean participating in no-spend November or no-spend January. Take a look at your calendar for...
