Financial Planning

Financial Planning for Every Stage of Life in 2024

Financial security is essential, no matter your age. Each stage of life brings unique challenges and opportunities. Whether you're a teenager just starting your financial journey, in your 30s trying to balance family and career, or approaching retirement, there are steps you can take to secure your financial future. Let’s break down financial planning strategies for each life stage.

10 Keys to Help Build Financial Security

Building financial security is a journey, not a destination. But with the rising cost of living and economic uncertainty, the path might feel more challenging today than ever. Let’s explore some practical, achievable steps that will help you create a strong financial foundation.
economy

Making Sense of This Month’s Economic News: What You Need to Know

Keeping up with economic news can feel like a full-time job. Between talk of inflation, interest rates, and job markets, it's easy to get lost in the headlines. So, let’s break down what’s really happening and what it might mean for you.
Savings

Why Your Financial Security Depends on Savings and How to Build It In Today's Tough Economy

In today's tough economy, many of us are feeling the pinch. A recent CNN poll shows that nearly four in ten U.S. adults worry that their family's income won't be enough to cover expenses. This concern has grown a lot and is now as high as it was during the Great Recession. Back then, we saw a significant number of families struggling to make ends meet, and unfortunately, we're seeing similar levels of worry and financial stress today. It's another reminder of just how challenging these times are for many people, including our members.