How much does it cost each month to own a home? There are several must-haves that will contribute to this overall expense, and you’ll want to consider each one prior to creating your housing budget.   You’ll want to establish this budget before beginning your home search. Determining a reasonable monthly housing budget will give […]

Moms work hard every day, both in and out of the house. So, when Mother’s Day rolls around each year, you likely want to show the moms in your life how much you appreciate everything they do for your family. This may seem difficult if you’re on a budget, but it doesn’t have to be. […]

Do you have a child, friend, or family member graduating this spring? Whether their ceremony is marking the close of their high school years or minting them as a new college grad, it’s certainly an event to celebrate, and it’s likely you’ll want to give the graduate a gift to mark the occasion. If you’re […]

While breaking a commitment is often uncomfortable, it’s a feeling that almost everyone can relate to. More importantly, it’s okay to admit it’s in your best financial interest to forego your original plans. However, determining the steps you should take to address that change in plans and break the news to your friends or family […]

Are you a teen looking for your first job in PA? Or perhaps you’re a parent who’s trying to teach their child financial responsibility. Getting a first job is a big step, and it’s important to understand where to go to find the best, most age-appropriate jobs for these precocious, yet inexperienced, teens. Below is […]

Taking care of the Earth is important, and much like it’s never too soon to start teaching your child about saving, it’s never too early to start introducing them to environmentally friendly habits, either. If you want to teach your child to go green but don’t know where to begin, here are some simple ideas […]

Committing to working out regularly is a great way to stay healthy. But, while activities like running or hiking will cost you next to nothing, working out at a gym can be notably more costly. So how do you make sure your membership is worth the price? Read below to help you determine whether it […]

It’s laundry day. Your clothes are neatly sorted in front of the washer. You load the machine and press start — but nothing happens. Should you repair your machine or completely replace it? Do you have room in your budget for an expensive purchase? After all, the price of a new washing machine can range […]

In the midst of warmer weather, who doesn’t want to go outside and enjoy an afternoon in the yard? But when you walk outside, are you greeted with patchy grass, wilted flowerbeds, and bird feeders that need some TLC? It’s time to bring some life into your yard and garden! But one trip to your […]

For many people, debt has unfortunately become a way of life. The Center for Microeconomic Data’s Quarterly Report on Household Debt and Credit showed that total U.S. household debt in the third quarter of 2018 was the highest it’s been since 2008. Total household debt rose to $13.51 trillion, an increase of 1.6% from the […]