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Turning 18 is a huge milestone! There’s probably a lot on your mind right now: high school graduation, decisions about whether or not to go to college and becoming an adult in the eyes of society. You’re likely not thinking too much about money and financial independence. Everyone’s situations are different, but here are a few financial tips on things to start thinking about or habits to develop early.

Each year, hundreds of thousands of seniors in the U.S. fall victim to fraud. Since they’re more likely to have savings and their oft more trusting and polite natures, they make attractive targets to scammers.

If you’re ready to make the next big-ticket purchase in your life, there are loans available to help you get there. From mortgages for your dream home to auto loans, personal loans or student loans, achieving your next milestone could be within your reach.

An integral part of successful financial planning is reviewing your financial health a few times a year. Doing so can help you evaluate progress on your goals as well as make changes if necessary. If you haven’t made a financial plan or set goals for yourself this year, it’s not too late to start!

If you’ve come here to start your homebuying journey, congratulations! This is an exciting yet nerve-wracking process for first-time homebuyers, but the rewards are worth it. Before you jump on Zillow to start house hunting, there are some things you can do to better prepare for any curveball that might come your way. We’re here to help guide you through the process, from defining what a mortgage is to closing on your next humble abode.

The past year presented a new normal, from the way we work to the way we socialize and everything in between. Changes have also transformed our spending or lack thereof.
Entertainment, leisure activities and dining out were stripped away from monthly budgets. Instead, activities like virtual game nights paired with homemade cocktails became the new weekend “outing.” Fortunately for many, this new way of life offered new opportunities to save. Now that we’re warming up to the idea of a COVID-free life, it’s important to get a grip on your finances before the urge to spend kicks in.

Paying for college is a concern millions of students and parents deal with every year, and the FAFSA is the answer to many of those concerns. With the 2021 FAFSA deadline drawing near (June 30), we created a comprehensive blog on all you need to know, whether you’re a student or parent, about the FAFSA, including tips and mistakes to avoid.

Make 2021 your year of financial confidence! Financial confidence means cultivating good financial behaviors and knowing how to develop self-control around money.

If you have minimal disposable income, chances are savings may not be a priority in your life right now. Let’s face it: being financially responsible is much easier said than done. Still, preparing for your future is important, and taking an active role in planning for it is imperative!