by Melinda Tyrrell | Aug 27, 2024 | 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s, Budget, Debt, Young Families
The school buses are back on the roads, traffic is tremendous and the schedules are full! Those lazy days of summer are a distant memory as sports, clubs and all hosts of activities start to ramp up. While getting our families to the next scheduled event may take up...
by Tracie Handberg | Jul 26, 2024 | 20s, Debt, Financial Planning, Saving
Now that credit card interest rates are higher than ever, with rates averaging 21% – 28%, it’s a good time to make sure that young adults and older teens in your life get some basic guidance and tips that can make a huge difference in their future financial...
by Melinda Tyrrell | Jun 2, 2024 | 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s, Budget, Debt, Young Families
Looking for a higher rate of return on your money? The answer might not be in your HYSA (High Yield Savings Account). Want a sure rate of return that blows those bank rates out of the water? The answer may surprise you – pay off your debt! While we all...
by Melinda Tyrrell | Feb 2, 2024 | 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s, Budget, Debt, Education Planning
Every penny definitely counts, especially when it comes to college expenses (our own or our children’s!). You’ve heard from me before about the government’s three month delay in opening the 2024 FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). The form is finally...
by Melinda Tyrrell | Nov 27, 2023 | Budget, Debt, Financial Planning, Inspirational, Investments, Life Goals, Saving
Gratitude is a word we all hear in November. We are so grateful for family and friends and the ability to come together to celebrate the holidays. We are grateful for our health and jobs, our hobbies and relationships. The list is endless of what we are grateful for,...
by Tracie Handberg | Aug 17, 2023 | Debt, Legislation
The crisis about the federal debt ceiling back in June was temporarily averted when lawmakers agreed to suspend the ceiling and ensure that the US didn’t default on our debt. However, there still may be a government shutdown looming later this fall, since the...
