There was a huge buzz surrounding the Government’s Cash for Clunkers program, but not as much has been said about the new Cash for Appliances program. [More]

It seems that tax forms get more complicated and frustrating with each passing year. If you complete your own tax forms, you may have given thought to finding a better way. Perhaps you should hire a professional to handle your taxes, or possibly purchase tax-preparation software. [More]

Saving money is one of the top New Year’s Resolutions along with losing weight, quitting smoking, and exercising. Here are 5 tips to help you save in 2010. [More]

FORUM Credit Union announces three SaveItUp Challenge winners for 2009. Participants of the SaveItUp Challenge were entered to win one of three prizes when they accumulated at least 75 points by completing items within 5 different categories including budget, thrift, savvy, goals, and education. [More]

Holiday costs have a funny way of adding up very quickly. You may tell yourself that you’re not going to spend too much this year, but once you get past the gifts, the wrapping paper, cards, decorations, and all those other things, you’ll find that you’ve spent much more than you expected to. If you stop and think about it, there are many ways you can scale back your holiday costs. [More]

After witnessing the recent economic hardships, you may be searching for ways to improve your financial wellness. Many families are looking for ways to save more money and reduce their debt load. But many are left asking, “Where do I start?” [More]

If you have had the experience of watching your young children spend money the minute it hits their hand, you may be worried about their spending/saving habits when they are adults. Here are a few pointers to begin to teach them about being financially responsible. [More]

I’m sure you have noticed the effect of the recession on your lifestyle. Maybe you don’t eat out as much, have curtailed vacations, and are trying to stash as much money as possible in your savings account – “just in case.” I want to share a little of my research with you to help you feel a little better about the economy. [More]

The need to make a major purchase pops up in everyone’s life from time to time. Whether it is a car, television, furniture, or family vacation; consumers are analyzing these purchase decisions now more than ever. [More]