Life Events

You may already be making investments through your retirement plan at work, but at some point you may have funds that you want to invest on your own. This article focuses on some simple issues you should consider and provides some details on how to take that step.  

Renting that first apartment can be exciting and a little bit scary. You will probably look at several apartments to find the one that has the location you want, includes the amenities you need and that is affordable. That is the exciting part.

Being able to afford to send your children to the colleges of their choice, without being limited by cost, can be one of the great joys of being a parent.

Getting your first credit card can be both exciting and intimidating.

Buying a car is exciting, potentially stressful, and often expensive. Learn what to look for.

Having a child is a major event in your family and for your finances. Learn how to plan for that.

Many life events are directly related to (or cause) financial events that are faced at the same time. Preparing for the financial aspects of these events can help to reduce the stress that often accompanies major changes.

The average loan for two thirds of graduating college seniors was over $23,000.