Being a military family presents a unique set of challenges—family separations, deployments, and additional moving costs. The duties of a service member create many extra burdens that civilian families don’t have to deal with, which makes it even more important for them to have a handle on their budget.

At Nuvision, we believe that financial literacy is essential. For the past few years, we’ve held an essay challenge to educate teens on finances and provide scholarships. But parents still play the most important role in developing a child’s attitudes towards money, so we wanted to help make that process easier for those who might be wondering where to start.

When it comes to buying a car, timing the purchase right can significantly increase your chances of getting a good deal. Customers have more leverage in negotiations during seasons when dealerships are under a lot of pressure to meet the monthly sales quotas; Presidents Day weekend is one of these times.

Post-holiday overspending shock happens far too often. If you’ve fallen victim to it, don’t panic yet. These simple tips can help you can set your finances straight for the new year.