Hurricane Financial Preparedness Hurricane season is here. Take appropriate financial steps to make sure that once the storm has passed, you can quickly bounce back. From protecting important documents to having cash on hand, a little financial foresight can go a long way. [...]

What is the best savings account for me? Savings accounts are pretty straightforward and are useful when planning for both short-term needs, like that overseas vacation next year, and long-term goals like a down payment on a home. There are different types of savings accounts to choose from, and they’re not all created equally. [...]

When it comes to buying a home, there are many important decisions to make, and the down payment is a big one. The down payment affects how much you'll qualify for, the interest rate, the total cost of your loan, and even how much equity you'll have. It's a pretty significant step on [...]

Getting your spending, saving, and income to line up perfectly is more than just crunching numbers. At first, budgeting might seem like you're being forced to make tough choices that go against what you want, but it beats the alternative – which is not having control over your finances. Living on a [...]