
All About Credit
by Casey Messer What is credit? Why is it important? Questions like this are asked all the time. You may be wondering the same thing or even have questions like: What makes up a credit score? or How can I improve my credit? Good credit increases your buying...
Vacation Better: Savings and Planning
by Casey Messer Organization is key when it comes to vacationing. Whether it is just a girls’ trip, a couple’s getaway, or an entire family vacation, planning will make for a stress free, well deserved time away. There are several costs associated with traveling away...
Economic Impact Payments: What to Expect and How to Spend Yours Wisely
While families across the country are anxiously awaiting the arrival of their stimulus checks, we’ve put together some information on what you can expect. In addition, we’ve provided some helpful tips on ways to spend your check that will benefit your financial...
Keep Your Eyes Open for Scams
As the COVID-19/coronavirus outbreak becomes more prevalent, so do the scammers. From fake government texts to price gouging and everything in between, now is the time to be aware and protect yourself and your family. Here are a few tips to avoid scammers during these...
Mortgages and Home Buying
Homeownership is a large goal for a lot of families. Casey and Kathy share a little about mortgages and the process you must go through to buy a home. They discuss how to apply for a mortgage and ultimately how to achieve homeownership. Casey shares her personal...
Savings and Debt Management
Don’t let savings and tackling debt be an intimidating topic. Create a plan and stick to it. A structured savings strategy and the determination to pay off unwanted debt will quickly guide you to the financial future of your dreams. Casey and Kelli remind of the...