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No need to be afraid of credit cards—if you use them wisely. Follow these guidelines to help you charge responsibly. Credit cards are a modern convenience that make shopping easier and safer.

There are several compelling reasons for refinancing your home mortgage. Interest rates may have fallen, and refinancing can provide you with the opportunity to lower your monthly mortgage payment. Or perhaps you have substantial...

Deciding when to begin collecting Social Security depends on a number of factors, including how long you anticipate needing it. Deciding when to retire and begin collecting Social Security is an important life decision. For some,...

Being able to pay for all your desired wedding amenities requires careful planning, which means careful budgeting. And when it comes to making a budget for a wedding, there are a few important rules to keep in mind. Who pays what As a...

Work, Life, Money: Creating a Living Financial Plan

Ashleigh McFarlin, CFP®

Friday, March 25, 2022

For many people, balancing the responsibilities related to work, family life and money is challenging. This seminar will help you focus on what’s important and how to improve the balance in your life.

Don't let a job loss derail your financial future. Consider these steps to help you stay on track to your long-term goals, even when short-term unemployment happens.

Three tips to help reach a state of happiness. With all the challenges of the past year, it’s sometimes just easier to find imperfections in everything and let crankiness rule your day.

Market volatility has the potential to erode your net worth. You can take steps now to help insulate your wealth against future market fluctuations. Market volatility stirs the emotions It’s hard not to react when markets make...

The holiday season should be a happy time, but many people find the holidays less enjoyable and more stressful. Much of that stress is financial. Last year, a survey by LendingTree found 61% of Americans dread the holiday season...

Managing your personal finances can sometimes seem like an overwhelming task. But you can start the process with a few easy steps that will help you take control of your finances and work toward a brighter financial future. You can...

College can seem costly, but with an early start and prudent planning, it can be reasonably affordable. Here are some options to start saving for your child’s college costs right now. The amount you’ll need to save depends...