Are you drowning in passwords? The average American has around 100 passwords for online accounts, according to a study from password management company NordPass. How many different login credentials do you use every day? You probably have several... (Read More)

Creating a monthly budget? That’s a great step in achieving financial goals. No solid budget, however, is without consideration of “needs" vs. "wants.” It can be one of the most challenging steps in budgeting because what's a need versus a... (Read More)

Are you serving or have you ever served in our nation's military? There's one awesome benefit you may not know about. The Veterans Affairs Home Loan is a mortgage like no other, with features that can't be found in other types of financing... (Read More)

A good credit score is important in today's world. It can help lower your borrowing costs and help you to pay less for insurance. It could even help you land a job! That's because lenders, insurance companies and a growing number of employers are... (Read More)

You're ready to buy a home. You have a great job, good credit and you're prepped for the responsibility of homeownership. But what about the down payment? Coming up with enough money to put down on a home can be one of the toughest parts of a home... (Read More)

Most of us make mistakes at one time or another — and often, those mistakes are with money. Here are four common mistakes that can have far-reaching effects on your ability to have the financial peace of mind you've dreamed of. Spending too... (Read More)

Most of us these days handle our personal finance tasks online — paying bills, managing our checking and savings accounts and overseeing our investments. Ever wonder how hackers gain access to these online accounts containing our private... (Read More)

Ready to make a move? Finding the right property can be a daunting task. In addition to selecting a design and a floor plan that you like, you also have to think about the condition the home is in. Although it might be tempting to sign a mortgage... (Read More)

Are you doing all you can to prevent someone from stealing your personal information and using it to open accounts or take out loans in your name? Here are some easy and effective ways to help prevent ID theft: Shred documents before they end up... (Read More)

Your down payment is in the bank and you're pre-approved for a mortgage. You're all ready to start looking at homes. Here are some tips for home buying the smart way: Don't go it alone. Some tech-savvy buyers like to use the Internet and mobile... (Read More)