What Homeowners Need to Know About HELOCs
Homeownership in of itself is a wonderful personal and financial achievement for many. Not only is there a sense of prid…
The New Homeowner Financial Checklist
Buying your first home is a significant personal and financial accomplishment. And while there are many fun and excitin…
Why You Don’t Need a 20% Down Payment to Buy a Home
One of the biggest obstacles to buying a home – especially your first home – is coming up with the down payment. Many fi…
Teaching your children to save. Online edition.
Every year, local banks across the country mark a day in late April with their annual “Teach Children to Save” day. And …
Are You Ready to Buy a Home This Year?
With the March-to-June prime home buying and selling season just around the corner, you might be thinking about whether …
5 Money Topics for Married Couples
Whether it’s been a matter of months since you said “I do” or you’re celebrating decades of matrimony, you may find that…
I Can’t Believe I Never Learned How to Buy a House
I must admit that before starting my own home-buying journey, I always imagined that the decision to buy my first house …
I Can’t Believe I Never Learned How to Talk about Money
Money often tops the list of taboo topics we are taught to avoid at a young age. We’re warned not to ask questions or ta…
How Buying Cheap Can Cost You
It’s no secret that reaching your savings goals involves managing your expenses. But it may come as a surprise that pass…