Welcome back to “Monthly Money Makeover”! This February, we’re continuing our financial wellness journey, brought to you by National Debt Relief and Financial Wellness Board member Dasha Kennedy. Last month, we laid the groundwork with budg…
Category: Saving and Investing
Can you imagine a life without stressing about money? Financial stability is the comfort of knowing you don’t have to worry about paying your bills or that next trip to the grocery store. You would have enough money to save, invest and even splurge a l…
Everything seems to be fast-paced today, where instant gratification often takes priority; developing a mindful approach to saving money can be a transformative experience. It increases your financial stability and encourages a more meaningful and prof…
Investing has the power to shape your financial future for the better. Knowing that your financial future is bright enables you to enjoy life more. How? Having the peace of mind knowing that your money is working hard for you makes your stress levels d…
Sixty-three percent of pre-retirees believe they won’t be able to retire by age 65 (GoBankingRates). To compound this issue, the #1 stressor for retirees is not having enough money invested. In fact, 58% of people believe they will run out of mon…
Compound interest can be good or bad. In a savings or investment account, compound interest can help your money grow over time. But if you have a loan or an unpaid balance on your credit card, compound interest can make it harder to pay off your debt b…
What is the best way to increase your net worth? If your first thought was earning more money, this isn’t entirely true. In fact, there are many ways to pad your wallet and it’s important to understand your options so you can choose the best one(s). Wh…
Everyone wants the comfort of a secure future. But if you don’t plan for one, there’s a good chance an unexpected event can throw your finances into turmoil. For example, no one can forget the pandemic, which put uncertainty on steroids. As a result, s…
Everyone wants the comfort of a secure future. But if you don’t plan for one, there’s a good chance an unexpected event can throw your finances into turmoil. For example, no one can forget the pandemic, which put uncertainty on steroids. As a result, s…
Most people shy away from the word “diet” because it’s usually associated with feelings of deprivation and limitations. We all know how hard it can be to stick to one to lose weight or live healthier. A money diet, when done correctly, can …