Homeownership

April 06, 2024
Considering Solar Panels to Reduce Your Electricity Bill? Keep these Facts in Mind

When you’re budgeting, planning for expenses can be a challenge. One area where this hits most people’s budgets is electricity bills. This unpredictability, coupled with rising energy costs, can put a strain on your finances.  This may have you wondering: how can you lower your electricity bill and make it more consistent over time? One solution…

April 03, 2024
Guide: Protecting Your Finances from Climate Change

Start here The Hidden Impacts of Climate Change on Your Financial Health and Well-being You may be surprised by all the ways extreme weather can affect your finances. Read More Featured Articles March 14, 2024 How Does Climate Change Impact Your Insurance Coverage? Learn how the climate could affect your insurance costs, coverage, and claims,…

June 15, 2023
Top 10 Household Expenses to Consider When Creating Your Family Budget

The largest chunk of a family’s budget typically goes toward housing and household expenses, according to QuickBooks. Covering such big costs every month can be overwhelming, but building a solid budget for your household expenses can help you feel prepared and less stressed.  Average Household Expenses In 2023, housing is the largest expense most families…

January 01, 2021
How to Balance Long-Term and Short-Term Savings Goals

We all know it’s important to save money. But how do you balance saving towards both your short-term and your long-term goals? I recommend creating a savings plan that takes your budget, goals, and timeframe into consideration. This can help you be...

March 14, 2024
How Does Climate Change Impact Your Insurance Coverage?

In 2023, the United States saw 25 extreme weather events including winter storms, tropical cyclones, drought, wildfire, and flooding. And that’s not accounting for the secondary effects like power outages, transportation delays, and impacted disast...