Financial Education Resource Center
5 Holiday Party Themes & Activities for Every Age Group
Planning a holiday party can be a lot of fun – but it’s also a lot of work. Here are five holiday party themes and activities that will suit everybody on your guest list.
10 Tips for Holiday Entertaining Like a Pro in 2024
We recognize that holiday entertaining can be expensive – especially if you want to impress your guests. We’ve gathered this list of tips for entertaining.
5 Holiday Money Saving Tips & Ideas to Make Shopping Stress-Free
Here are five holiday money saving tips and ideas to take the stress out of holiday shopping this year.
We Think This is the Best Way to Save Money for Christmas
“What’s the best way to save for Christmas?” That’s a question we love to answer because we feel strongly that there is one way to save for the holidays that’s better than anything else we’ve tried.
6 Precautions Before Using Holiday Loans for Gift Buying
“Is it a good idea to use holiday loans for gift buying?” The answer isn’t a simple yes or no. Instead, we’d say: it depends. Here are six precautions to keep in mind before taking out a holiday loan.
How to Manage Debt Before the Holidays Hit
At Addition Financial, we know how hectic the holidays can be – and we also recognize that your wallet can take quite a hit! A lot of our members ask us how to manage debt before the holidays hit. Here’s what you need to know.
When & How to Start Contributing to a Child Savings Account
We have some thoughts about the best time to open a savings account for your child – and how much you should contribute to it. Here’s what you need to know.
What's the Average Cost of Having a Baby in 2024?
In this post, we’ll focus on the costs associated with pregnancy and preparing for your first child. We’ll also touch on some of the long-term costs.
A Financial Perspective: When is the Right Time to Have a Baby?
If you’re wondering when to have a baby, here are the financial boxes to check to figure out when it’s the right time.
5 Financial Money Problems in Marriage & What to Do About Them
It’s important to think about the ways that marriage will affect your financial picture. Money is the number one cause of disagreements between married couples. With that in mind, here are five money problems in marriage – and some advice to help you resolve them.
Try Our Personal Monthly Budget Expenses Calculator and Planner
We’ve created a personal monthly expenses calculator and planner, to help you manage your money effectively and reach your savings goals.
The Best Ways to Save Money on a Bi-Weekly Budget
Here are some tips and tricks to help you save money on a bi-weekly budget.
How to Start an Emergency Fund and Set Savings Goals
If you don’t have money set aside for the unexpected, you might be wondering how to start an emergency fund. Here are some things that may help.
A Household Budget: Average Monthly Expenses for Family of 5
Here are some tips to help you create a household budget and estimate average monthly expenses for a family of 5.