Did you feel that hint of cool breeze in the air? Yes, fall is on the way. Football games, travel opportunities, and many other activities beckon people around the country to get out and enjoy the good life. And while the weather is cooling, inflation is running hotter than ever. But don’t let that put […]
Last week we discussed building generational wealth, and we mentioned starting a 529 plan for your child’s tuition. If your child can graduate college debt-free, that gives them a considerable advantage in entering the workforce. But there is much more to the 529 plan than what was covered in the generational wealth article. So, this […]
So, you want to buy your first house, but the market has been white-hot, and it just wasn’t within reach. But higher interest rates have cooled the market (at least a bit) and you’ve been saving for a down payment. A few more rate hikes and a few more dollars in your savings account and […]
Hitting 50 is one of the milestones in life that cause many to pause and reflect. Some think about relationships with family and friends. Others use the moment to learn from past successes and mistakes. But it’s hard to deny that many also have one thought about the future. That is, will I be able […]
So, you’re back from the honeymoon and setting up a life together as a married couple. Congrats! You have so many great times ahead of you. Of course, great times happen more frequently when newlyweds are on the same financial page. And that means setting up a budget. But don’t worry, budgeting isn’t a chore. It’s […]
It’s that time of year. The beach and the mountains are calling. You might be getting invitations to weddings in far-flung locales. And in the middle of the year, most of us are itching for a break from the daily routine. So, our internet browser entries are full of vacation searches that our bank account […]
The new year brings resolutions, but it also brings taxes. So, if you’ve resolved to keep more of the money you made last year, take a look at this list of often-overlooked tax deductions. State sales tax Louisiana has its fair share of state taxes. But you can turn these in your favor by claiming […]
You’ll often read about personal finance based on long-term commitments like budgeting. And it is true. Gaining control of personal finances requires forming good long-term habits. But those habits have to start somewhere, and sometimes they can take root with simple money hacks. One of the most effective areas to try a money hack is […]
Summer’s officially over, and your teen’s seasonal summer job has probably ended. But it was good while it lasted, right? They had cash to spend and probably learned a little about personal finance and time management along the way. Just because the days are growing shorter doesn’t mean part-time employment (and all the great side […]
There’s nothing quite like the beginning of a new school year. No matter what age your children are, there’s always a little excitement in the air. And it’s always fun snapping that “First Day of School” photo and comparing it to last year’s! That first day will be even more memorable if you feel like […]