5 Smart Ways to Utilize Your Tax Refund
If you have you filed your tax return for 2023 and are due for a refund, now’s the time to decide what to do with the money. When money comes…
Rent or Buy? Tips for Making the Right Choice
“Do your planning and prepare your fields before building your house.” (Proverbs 24:27) Buying (or building) a house can be a deeply emotional decision. It’s the place where you may…
Does Your Bank Align With Your Values?
One of the most powerful ways we can use money is to align all manner of financial decisions with what matters to us most of all—our faith. That includes the…
Biblical Financial Principles & 5 Practical Steps to Live by Them
Financial management plays a significant role in our lives today. However, for Christians, the concept of financial stewardship goes beyond sheer money management. It is rooted in biblical principles that…
How to Manage Financial Stress and Build a Better Life
If you’re feeling some concerns about your finances, you’re not alone. According to a recent Bankrate survey, 52% of Americans say money negatively impacts their mental health—up sharply from 42%…
Is Your Money Safe?
The failure of several banks this year has left many people wondering if the money they have in savings and checking accounts is safe. According to a recent Gallup poll,…
Open a Custodial Account for Your Child, Part 2
Raising Savers In a recent post, we talked about opening a custodial savings account for a child, explaining how to do that and the many benefits of teaching kids to…
Getting Financially Fit
Although half of 2023 is almost over, It’s always a great time to think about how to improve your financial situation. While goals vary from person to person, most people…
Open a Custodial Account for Your Child, Part 1
As soon as your kids have any money flowing into their lives, teach them to prioritize giving and saving ahead of spending. When they’re super young, a three-slotted piggy bank…