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Emergency Fund
Keeping some money in a safe and liquid account that is easily accessible can help cover unexpected expenses—such as home or car repairs, insurance deductibles, or your bills if you lose your job. It’s a good idea to keep at least three to six months’ worth of your essential expenses in an emergency fund—or more if you think your job is in jeopardy.
What Happens to Your Finances When You Lose a Job Unexpectedly — and How to Prepare
Prepare for job loss by reviewing unemployment, benefits, savings, retirement accounts, and other steps that can protect your finances.
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Financial Independence After College
Financial independence after college starts with clear expectations, smart cash flow, and support that helps grads build habits.
Financial Check-In for Couples
Do a financial check-in for couples to review spending, reset goals, ease money tension, and schedule your next talk.
How to Future Proof Your Finances During Market Uncertainty
Each small step protects the growth you’ve achieved and future proofs your portfolio before the next market downturn.
How to Start an Emergency Savings Fund
Every financial plan should include an emergency savings fund. An emergency savings fund is money that is saved for unplanned expenses, such as (but not limited to) medical bills, home and car repairs, or unexpected loss of income.
Trends & Buzzwords: A Modern Glossary for Your Finances
In this trend, people share online their journey to becoming debt-free, whether through working a second job or spending less and saving more, with the ultimate goal of being part of the “FIRE” movement. Participants in the FIRE movement, or the “Financial Independence, Retire Early” strategy often try to account for every penny of earned income.
3 Strategies for Saving With an Eye for Inflation
You may have just heard that the economy is getting back on course and that inflation is going down. Does that mean you don’t need to save now? No! Saving isn’t something you do only on special occasions — it should be a regular habit that helps you achieve your financial goals.
Financial Planning: Four Strategies to Help You Prepare for a Natural Disaster
Natural disasters like wildfires, tornadoes, hurricanes, and floods can ravage a family’s financial health. Here are the top four financial strategies to safeguard your financial security during and after a natural disaster. If you must leave your home and everything inside due to a natural disaster, you will need money to restart your life. Disaster insurance will help, but the insurance companies may take a while to send you a check.
Preparing Financially for a Baby
If you're thinking about having a child, there are a lot of financial implications to consider. Bring your newborn into the world knowing you feel financially confident with these tips to prepare.
Why Most Budgets Fail
Learn why most budgets are about as successful as crash diets, and get 5 tips to ensure that you can create a realistic budget to reach your goals.
7 Psychology Tips to Improve Your Financial Life
Use these seven principles of psychology to help improve your financial health. These concepts will help identify why you treat money as you do.