Choosing to save can be rather difficult, especially with today’s mentality of keeping up with your circle of friends. Many times these decisions to spend are impulse buys that are justified with the simple response, “I need this and everyone else has it.” [More]

Most children learn about money through school and the media. The majority of schools are very busy with required curriculum and many times financial literacy is either briefly covered or not covered at all. The media teaches children that their worth is based on the amount of money they have. As a parent, it is very important to instill a sound sense of money in your children. Even if you struggle with money, it is important that you set an example for your children and teach them not to make the same mistakes that you may have. [More]