Master the Art of Financial Communication to Strengthen Your Relationship and Achieve Shared Goals Finances can be a sensitive topic, especially within a relationship or marriage. Studies show that nearly 75% of Americans feel stressed about their finances. Combine that with other life stressors, such as work and family responsibilities, and it can feel overwhelming. Instead…
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The 3 Biggest Money Mistakes Millennials Make (and How to Fix Them)
Did you know you’re primed for financial success when you’re in your 20s and 30s? It’s true! You’re in the best position to build and grow wealth because you have time on your side. Now is when you should start saving and investing a percentage of your income, to give your nest egg enough time…
Smart Money Moves for Newlyweds: 9 Financial Planning Tips for Young Couples
Work Together to Build a Strong Financial Future Marriage is an exciting milestone, but beyond love and commitment, financial planning is one of the most important foundations for building a life together. According to a 2023 survey from NerdWallet and Zola.com, 67% of engaged Americans have trouble discussing finances with their partner. Avoiding these conversations…
Should I Buy a House or Keep Renting?
“Buying a house is always better than renting.” Renting is throwing money down the drain.” “You’re just building equity for someone else.” Heard these lines before? They should be familiar to anyone who’s currently renting — and has been urged to jump into homeownership as quickly as possible. But are these statements actually true?…
When Your Heart Says “Yes” But Your Wallet Says “No”
Have you ever been shopping and saw a dress that you just knew you had to buy? Bought a new pair of shoes because of a deal too good to pass up? Impulsively grabbed a candy bar or magazine at the checkout counter? We’ve all been there. Sometimes, your brain just tells you “yes,” but…
Qualifying for Social Security Spousal Benefits if You Are Divorced or Widowed
As a woman, you are probably aware that you are statistically expected to outlive your husband. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 2015 Mortality Report, the average woman in the United States will live to age 81.2 years, and the average man will live 76.3 years. That means you can expect to live…
5 Money Decisions You Might Regret Later In Life
When it comes to money decisions, there’s a lot of room for error. That can leave you feeling pressured to make all the right moves now. The good news is that we can learn from other people’s experiences to help us make better choices today so we don’t end up saddled with regrets about how…
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