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The Emotional Impact of the Pandemic on Children and Helping Parents Provide Support

Learn about how parents can provide support for children who are experiencing lingering pain from the pandemic.

A Case for Increased Access to Financial Literacy for Children and Teens

How access to educational resources around financial literacy can create better outcomes for youth.

Budgeting and How It Can Help You Achieve Your Goals

Learn about several important terms like budgeting, 50/30/20, wants vs. needs, and paying yourself first; all important concepts that can empower you to take control over your finances.

Spring Clean Your Way to a Healthy, Stress-Free Home

Did you know cleaning your home is a great way to help improve your overall health?

Understanding Your Credit Score

As you embark on the home buying journey, there are a few components of your finances that you must understand!

#OurHearts Matter Today, and Every Day!

The better we take care of our hearts, the more our hearts can love and care for those around us. Here are some ways you can do so!

The Benefits of Adding Mindfulness to Your Self-Care Routine

Mindfulness is a valuable self-care strategy that can be adopted with daily practice. Here’s how to practice it and what it helps with.

How Debt-to-Income Ratio Affects Your Approval and Interest Rates

Your Debt-to-Income ratio is a tool that lenders use to qualify buyers for a mortgage and is an important factor in determining loan approval.

Plan Ahead for the Holidays – Managing Spending for the Holidays

You may have heard that people who listen to holiday music and put up Christmas decorations early are happier. The same may be true for those who plan ahead for the holidays.

Cutting Your Housing Costs in Half

In this post, we discuss how some home renters could easily lower their monthly housing costs by half or more by purchasing a home.

Dealing with Isolation During a Pandemic

Dealing with isolation due to the pandemic is not the easiest thing to do. Here are some great ways to handle it.

Emotional Wellness During the Pandemic

The pandemic has taken an enormous psychological toll on the world. Here’s how emotional wellness can be achieved during the pandemic.

Managing Feelings of Inadequacy

How do we conquer that nagging feeling of inadequacy and regaining autonomy over our own destinies? Here are some ideas.

Seeking a Mental Health Professional

Learn more about when it might be time to seek a mental health professional and what steps you can take to find the right therapist for you.

Managing Stress and Anxiety During the Pandemic

Managing one’s stress and anxiety is by far easier said than done, especially during a pandemic. Here’s our advice on how to do so.

Back-to-School During a Pandemic: Parents Faced with Tough Financial Decisions and Additional Costs

With the closures of schools and childcare centers to prevent the spread of COVID-19, parents are facing unique financial challenges.

Tasty Tips: Save Money and Enjoy These Savory Black Bean Skillet Tacos

We share tips for food budgeting and setting goals. We also share a recipe for inexpensive and delicious black bean skillet tacos!

Staying Active at Home During the Pandemic

Keeping active while staying at home: A brief 'how-to' guide Social distancing measures require citizens around the world to stay at home. Many people are wondering during this pandemic, how can I stay active and maintain my physical and mental well-being while...