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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]


The Importance of Budgeting

Wednesday, 21 December 2011 20:09 by Jacki A budget is like a map: it tells you where you are, where you’re going, and what you need to do to get there. The better you plan your finances today, the less likely that you’ll encounter problems down the road. [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]


A Financial Checklist

Thursday, 13 October 2011 23:47 by Jacki To be successful at anything in life takes planning and effort, and that is especially true when it comes to finances. If you are not diligent and don’t have a plan, you are sure to fail in your efforts. Here is a checklist to help make sure you keep on track and reach your financial goals. [More]


Emergency Fund Basics

Tuesday, 27 September 2011 21:37 by Jacki Experts are always saying that you need to have an emergency fund, but what exactly are they, and how much do you need? Here are answers to these questions and more about emergency funds. [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]


Do You Need a Financial Accountability Partner?

Sunday, 5 June 2011 13:08 by Jacki If you have tried to stick to a budget or set a savings goal in the past and failed, now might be the time to try a Financial Accountability Partner (FAP). [More]


The SaveItUp Challenge and Dave Ramsey

Monday, 23 May 2011 20:30 by Jacki In conjunction with our SaveItUp Challenge, we offer Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University Classes to help our SaveItUp participants and members make the right decisions with their money. We also distribute Dave’s weekly column “Dave Says” as another encouragement and tool for our participants and members. [More]


Major Purchases - Decisions and Strategies

Sunday, 6 March 2011 16:21 by Jacki The need to make a major purchase pops up in everyone’s life from time to time. Whether it is a bigger house for the family, a newer car, furniture, or a family vacation; consumers are analyzing these purchase decisions now more than ever. [More]


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