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Talking about Money as a Family

Thursday, 2 February 2012 12:40 by Jacki There are a lot of important conversations that you have as a family that sets the stage for expectations, goals, and values that you want to live by. One of those conversations should be about money, but how do tackle the subject? [More]


Financial Peace University Classes Offered

Thursday, 19 January 2012 21:20 by Jacki FORUM is once again offering Financial Peace University classes, each class lasting 13 weeks. Dave Ramsey, a money management expert and popular national radio personality, created Financial Peace University – a program that teaches people how to make the right decisions with their money. [More]


Financial Resolutions You Should Make

Wednesday, 4 January 2012 19:02 by Jacki Many of the New Year’s resolutions people make involve money. That comes as no surprise, because money plays a major role in many aspects of our life. If you’d like to put your finances on more solid ground, consider these resolutions: [More]


Benefits of Shopping Online

Tuesday, 13 December 2011 20:53 by Jacki Many people can’t seem to give up the “touch and feel” shopping mentality and have to buy items from a conventional storefront. However, there are some great benefits to online shopping. [More]


2011 SaveItUp Challenge Winners

Sunday, 4 December 2011 18:16 by Jacki FORUM announced three SaveItUp Challenge winners. Participants were entered to win three cash prizes once they enrolled in the program, completed two financial steps, and met at least one goal. Three goal categories were offered: Savings, Debt Reduction, and Financial Education. [More]


Sticking to Your Holiday Budget

Thursday, 1 December 2011 00:33 by Jacki Many of us approach holiday budgets the same way we look at those New Year’s resolutions to lose weight. We’re very good about making a promise to ourselves, and we’re able to resist for a few days. Then that plate of cookies starts calling to us, and the resolution is forgotten until the next January. [More]


Saving Money During the Holidays

Tuesday, 8 November 2011 14:38 by Jacki 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]


Living Within Your Means

Sunday, 18 September 2011 15:24 by Jacki You’ve probably heard this saying more times than you can count, “live within your means.” What exactly does that mean, and how can you apply this to your financial life? [More]


Back to School Money Lessons

Monday, 5 September 2011 17:48 by Jacki As kids return to school and are in learning mode, now is a great time to teach them about money. Here are a few tips to help you with back to school money lessons for your children. [More]


Skip to Save: 5 Money Wasters

Sunday, 7 August 2011 18:39 by Jacki There are many things that can be considered money wasters like: eating out, “fancy” coffee drinks, or the 40th pair of shoes for your collection. We know these aren’t great choices, but their fun and sometimes just part of who we are. But, then there are items that you really don’t need and can skip altogether to save money. [More]


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