Financial Planning

Debt, Credit, and Honoring the Favor

What does debt mean to you? You might view “debt” as a dirty word, accompanied by the shackle of interest rates and missed payments. But you might view “credit” differently. Credit is seen as a financial tool, and a good credit score as something [...]

2026-03-30T13:28:44+00:00March 30th, 2026|Blog, Blogs, Financial Planning|

Debt, Credit, and Honoring the Favor

What does debt mean to you? You might view “debt” as a dirty word, accompanied by the shackle of interest rates and missed payments. But you might view “credit” differently. Credit is seen as a financial tool, and a good credit score as something [...]

2026-03-30T13:26:39+00:00March 30th, 2026|Blog, Blogs, Financial Planning|

The Rise of Consumer Credit and How to Manage Your Own

How often do you use a credit card? Perhaps you even use more than one. In today’s economy, the small rectangle of plastic (or metal) in your wallet is more than just a tool for buying groceries; it is a gateway to a complex [...]

2026-03-23T14:51:08+00:00March 23rd, 2026|Blog, Blogs, Financial Planning, History|

Celebrating National Credit Awareness Month

March is the start of spring, which means the chilly weather is subsiding, the days are getting longer, and you might even begin planning your summer plans. But March is also National Credit Awareness Month. While cleaning out your gutters or planting seeds might [...]

2026-03-01T17:44:16+00:00March 1st, 2026|Blog, Blogs, Financial Planning|

The Role of a High-Yield Savings Account in Retirement

A high-yield savings account has long been a go-to tool for savers looking to earn a little extra interest on cash reserves while keeping funds accessible. But the role it plays can shift dramatically as you move from your working years into retirement. While [...]

2025-10-07T16:54:11+00:00September 22nd, 2025|Financial Planning, Investing|

6 Tips for Building a Retirement Budget

Building a retirement budget is critical to working toward an independent and relaxing life after leaving the workforce. Creating this budget can positively impact one's lifestyle, provide confidence and control over one's money, and safeguard against potential financial pitfalls. Here are the foundational steps [...]

2025-05-20T20:05:55+00:00May 20th, 2025|Financial Planning, Retirement Planning|

8 Financial Habits to Start Before Tax Season

Tax season can be challenging, especially if one is not financially prepared. While it may seem tedious, preparing beforehand can save time from last-minute hassles and help optimize tax returns. Therefore, adopting certain financial habits before the onset of tax season may help lighten [...]

2025-05-20T20:09:17+00:00April 8th, 2025|Financial Planning, Taxes & Tax Planning|

Long-Term Care Costs Could Hurt Your Savings… But You Have Options!

Chances are you haven’t factored long-term medical care into your financial plan. Two out of every three baby boomers don’t have any plan in place for needing long-term care.[1] Long-term care is medical care that goes beyond just normal doctor’s visits. It is medical [...]

2024-01-29T16:15:42+00:00January 29th, 2024|Financial Planning, Healthcare & Medicare|

What to Know When Retiring into Uncertain Times

There has been a lot of chaos in the market over the last few years, and you may find yourself worried that you’re retiring at the wrong time. You may be worried that you will retire right before the markets and economy turn sour. [...]

2024-01-22T16:54:12+00:00January 22nd, 2024|Economy, Financial Planning, Investing, Retirement Planning|
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