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2017-04-24
How to Budget Using the 50/20/30 Rule
Last Updated on May 25, 2023 One of the first steps to financial success is learning how to budget and […]
2017-02-27
Top 6 Financial Independence (FI) Blogs You Should Read
Last Updated on April 7, 2021 The Financial Independence, Retire Early (FIRE) movement has grown in popularity among […]
2017-02-25
How to Talk About Finances with Your Significant Other
Last Updated on August 3, 2023 Money is possibly one of the largest sources of stress on a person’s […]
2017-02-23
6 Reasons Hiring a Financial Planner Could Be Helpful
Saving money for specific life goals — whether for debts, bills, or future expenses — is a long-term strategy that […]
2017-02-13
5 Financial Mistakes to Avoid in Your 20s
For many people in their twenties, learning experiences and financial decisions are plentiful. The transition from college to the […]
2017-01-12
Setting Financial Goals for the New Year
The new year is all about dreaming of new beginnings and setting health, career, and personal goals. Whether you are […]
2016-12-20
5 Tips to Save Money on Utilities This Winter
Last Updated on July 27, 2023 The holiday season is the most wonderful time of the year — for everything […]
2016-12-12
Home Renovations and Projects with the Greatest ROI
Last Updated on December 3, 2018 Your home is a precious investment — it is the protective roof over your […]
2016-12-04
3 Steps to Create a Cash Envelope Budget System
Last Updated on July 23, 2020 What if you were told you could save money by using cash instead […]
2016-12-01
How to Save Money on an Engagement Ring
The season is upon us, the most popular time of the year to get engaged. Getting engaged is often one […]
2016-11-15
LIBOR Rates, Historical LIBOR Rates, and Variable Rate Loans
Last Updated on December 20, 2019 Please Note: New variable rate ELFI loans applied for after 7:00 PM EST […]
2016-11-09
Variable or Fixed Student Loan Interest Rates: Which is Better for Refinancing?
Last Updated on August 12, 2022 Please Note: New variable rate ELFI loans applied for after 7:00 PM EST […]