Budgeting is about more than restricting your spending. It’s also about intentionally telling your money where to go so that you can spend more freely on the things that really matter to you. Learn how to identify your values and goals and start putting more money toward things you love.

All budgeting starts with knowing where your money is going. Learn how to reframe your thinking when it comes to budgeting your finances and how to get started with tracking your expenses.

We all want to save more money, but sometimes you get to the end of the month and there’s nothing left to save. Try this method of prioritizing your savings to help you reach your financial goals.

Need a new bank account? There are so many banking options now that it can be overwhelming to figure out which one is right for you. Check out these tips on what to consider when choosing a new bank or credit union.

Do you struggle to save money for your larger financial goals? Use these budgeting and saving tips to set up a system that will help you meet your financial and life goals.

Thinking of quitting your job? Read this first. You’ll learn what to consider and how to make a plan for any potential gap in income.

October is the time when families start filling out the FAFSA and applying for financial aid. Many families miss out on financial aid by skipping this important step. Here are seven things families need to know about the FAFSA and applying for financial aid.

Want to take control of your finances but not sure where to start? Start with these nine tips for personal finance success so you can stop feeling overwhelmed and start building the life you want.

Have you tried budgeting only to give up after awhile? Learn why your budget may have failed and what to do instead.

Many parents wonder what they can do to prepare for college when their children are younger. If you follow these tips for your birth to age 12 child, you’ll be in great shape when it comes time to guide your high schooler through the college admissions process.

Student loan servicer FedLoan recently announced it would stop servicing federal student loans. Here’s what you need to know about changing your student loan servicer, whether it is FedLoan or another company.

Wondering how to save for your child’s college education? Maybe you’ve heard of a 529 College Savings Plan but are wondering if their are other education funding options? Learn five different ways to save for college and how to decide which is right for you.

While many people get into trouble by taking on too much debt, that doesn’t mean that debt is always bad. Sometimes debt is necessary from a survival perspective and sometimes it makes a lot of sense from a strategic perspective. You have to look at your entire financial picture and make the decisions that are right for you.

With the cost of a college education rising astronomically each year, many families worry about how they will ever be able to afford it. Luckily, most people do not pay the “sticker price” for college. Read more to learn about how college pricing works and get some tips to make financial aid work for you.

A college education is one of the biggest purchases most of us ever make, yet saving up for it can be a confusing and difficult process. Many parents are still paying off their own student loans and the idea of trying to save enough for your child to go to college can make you just want to give up altogether. Follow these tips to start saving for college now without losing your mind.

Whether you’re a parent receiving the advance child tax credit payments or you’ve just received an inheritance, tax refund, or bonus, you might find yourself wondering just how to use some extra money. Here are some ideas!

Roth IRAs can be confusing, even when you know basically what they are. In this Q&A post, I’ve answered a number of questions about Roth IRAs, such as “is it worth it if I can’t contribute much?” and “do I need to have one if I’m already contributing the max to my 401k?”. Find out the answers to these questions and more.

When trying to decide between traditional and Roth IRAs or 401ks, it’s hard to go wrong with the Roth version. Find out what the differences are and why Roths have an advantage for most people.

With so many options these days, it can be hard to figure out the right bank account for you. Here are four things to consider when comparing bank accounts.

Sometimes it’s worth it to spend more money on things that will make your life better.