Summer will be here before you know it. And with Spring Break in the rearview mirror, you may be looking for your next travel options. Whether you have a summer trip booked already, or are in the planning stages, the first thing you need to do is make sure you have the funds to pay for it.
A Way to Save for Your Next Vacation You May Not Have Considered
Topics: Financial Education, Lifestyle
What Every Homebuyer Should Know About Closing Costs
Before making the decision to buy a home, it's important to plan for all the costs you’ll be responsible for. While you're busy saving for the down payment, don't forget you’ll want to prep for closing costs too.
Here’s some helpful information on what those costs are and how much you should budget for them.
Topics: Mortgages / Home Equity
Can Cognitive Therapy Solve Sleep Issues?
Topics: Lifestyle
Do You Need to Buy a Camper or RV?
Topics: Lifestyle
The Ins and Outs of Itemizing Your Deductions
When filing your income taxes, you have the option to take the standard deduction or to itemize your deductions. Itemizing allows you to claim specific expenses individually, potentially leading to a higher tax refund or lower tax liability. So while itemizing can be more time-consuming than taking the standard deduction, it can be financially...
Topics: Financial Education
Unique Options for Your Next Board Game Night
If you’re trying to spice things up for your next board game night, consider any of these unique options;
Topics: Lifestyle
How to Become a Certified Woman-Owned Business
When your company is a Certified Woman-Owned Business, you’ll have access to contracts and resources that can help your enterprise thrive. Here’s a guide to understanding the steps you need to take to help your business gain this valued certification:Certification criteriaTo be considered a Certified Woman-Owned Business, your company needs to...
Topics: Small Business
Life Insurance Explained: Difference Between Cash Value vs. Death Benefit
A life insurance policy is critical for protecting your loved ones after your death, but you can also leverage it while you’re alive. That’s because policies offer two distinct benefits: cash value and death benefit. Understanding the differences between the two can help you pick the best policy and take better advantage of it.What is cash value?
Topics: Financial Education
Recurring Vehicle Service Needs You Should Never Skip
Your vehicle runs at its best when you take care of it. When you follow the recommended maintenance schedule outlined in your owner’s manual, you’re optimizing the quality of your vehicle’s performance and contributing to its longevity. If you want to make the most of your ride for as long as possible, incorporate the these service needs into your...
Topics: Lifestyle
How to Maximize Space Under Bathroom and Kitchen Sinks
Do the spaces under your kitchen and bathroom sink look cluttered and unorganized? Or is it just really hard to find things you need? Check out these tips for maximizing that space!Add some shelvesMost sink space is fairly tall, but there aren’t that many bathroom items or sink appliances that reach all the way to the top of the cabinet. To...
Topics: Homeowners