The ability to support oneself is a paramount life skill for any adult. However, despite the gravity of this skill, many young adults still struggle with it. Habits have a tendency to stick, especially in one's formative years of adulthood. A lack of preparation and necessary skills usually breeds bad habits which in turn engender downward spirals.

Moreover, individuals who lack the ability to financially support themselves often fall into …

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Pregnancy is often a very exciting time in the lives of soon-to-be-mothers. However, like all things, a degree of preparation is always in order and appropriate. While some employers and places of business do grant their workers paid maternity leave at the appropriate time, this is not the case with all institutions. Therefore, if a woman's company does not pay for …

At some point and time in most people's lives, they will be ready to pack up and move. This can happen for a variety of reasons. Sometimes, they may have received a job promotion or relocation. In other cases, a family may be ready for a new beginning or simply want to be closer to relatives. Nevertheless, there are countless motivators which can cause people to move across the state, …

When we think of financial goals, we often think about the exciting things in life. A family home, an overseas trip, starting a business, preparing for the holiday season, or perhaps even our dream car.

The reality is, financial planning is just as important for the opposite things as well. Things we never want to think about. Like for our own death, funeral or unexpected emergencies.

Death …

Home ownership is a huge step and can be very exciting and nerve-wracking at the same time. Many individuals dream of the day that they will purchase their first home and enjoy all the perks and amenities of doing so.

However, in order for the process of purchasing a home to be stress-free and as smooth as possible, it is very important for the soon-to-be homeowners to engage in some …

As the world of work changes, more and more people are taking steps to go into business for themselves. Sometimes this is done via freelancing, the gig economy, or simply by launching a startup company.

However, making the right moves when launching a startup business is absolutely imperative and can be the determining factor in success or failure. One of the biggest and most common mistakes made by aspiring entrepreneurs …

Marriage is an exciting step for most people. Entering into a union and partnership with the person that you love, cherish, and care about is wonderful. However, like most things, entering a marriage requires and involves thorough financial planning.

Chances are that both people have contrasting financial histories. When entering into a legal partnership, total and complete transparency are absolutely paramount.

Here are helpful steps you can take as a …

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There are numerous ways to live a satisfying life on a modest budget. However, once children enter the scene, it becomes a different ballgame entirely. Having a child is a significant milestone in the life of an adult. Usually, the announcement of a baby is a happy thing. However, without proper financial planning, excitement can quickly become a form of …

Wanderlust, also known as the strong desire to travel, is more common than some people might imagine. The truth of the matter is that the world is a very big place. There are many places to visit and an amazing plethora of things to see and do. Like Fort Eerie is on our staff's bucket list.

While the upsides of traveling (such as learning, exposure to new, diverse cultures, etc) …

Money Management is critical for financial success in this day and age, even for the most light-hearted events like Halloween. A key aspect of money management involves knowing where to keep your funds. Although people have traditionally held their money in banks, more and more people are beginning to question this. People want to feel more secure about their money. For example, if you receive a payday loan in …