
When to Start Saving for the Holidays
Want less stress and less debt during the most wonderful time of the year? Consider saving up starting now. Although summer is in full swing and the holidays seem like they’re a world away, it’s never too early to plan. If ...

The Importance of Separating Spending and Savings Accounts
Whether you’re great at managing your money or bad at it, chances are that you have room for improvement. Accelerate your savings goals while staying on top of routine expenses when you establish two different accounts for your ...

Start Spring Off Right With a Refinance From Colonial
Spring is quickly approaching, and with the longer days, warmer weather and afternoon baseball comes a chance to get organized for the rest of the year ahead. Many people turn to spring-cleaning or gardening, which is a great ...

Should You Install a Banking App on Your Phone?
It’s not unlikely your smartphone is rarely out of reach if not constantly in your hand during waking hours. Smartphones are a one-stop-shop for seemingly every need you have, whether it’s surfing the web, responding to emails, ...

Should You Maintain Separate Accounts When You Get Married?
Joining your now-spouse in matrimony strengthens your relationship and confirms a lifetime commitment. It also comes with a fair amount of effort, not just in terms of making sure that your partnership will stand the test of time, ...

Useful Apps for Managing Your Expenses
Creating and sticking to a budget is essential if you want to get out of debt and achieve financial security, but it’s easier said than done. The proper amount of money to spend on various expenses can be difficult to calculate, ...

The Benefits of Going to a Community College
Though they tend to have a subpar reputation, community colleges give prospective students a lot of options and offer a ton of advantages. When deciding on higher education, consider what benefits a community college can give ...

Holiday Shopping on a Budget
The holidays should be time for celebration and generosity, not for accumulating credit card debt and draining your savings. By sticking to a budget and following these simple strategies, you can bestow meaningful gifts while ...

5 Finance Lessons to Teach Your Kids Before College
If your kid is heading to college, congratulations to you both on this hard-won accomplishment and exciting new adventure. You are confident that your child is ready to tackle the academic and social challenges college brings, ...

What Does a 529 College Savings Plan Cover?
The cost of attendance at American universities is skyrocketing year after year, with a college education now costing up to six figures. 529 college savings plans offer a tax-free way to save money for your education. However, ...
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