Whether you are visiting with family you haven’t seen in months (or years), or you are at a networking event with strangers, your job and…
Mindy PetrackDecember 14, 2021
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Limited travel during the pandemic has amplified our wanderlust and travel dreams for destinations both near and far. While building upon your travel dreams, it…
Mindy PetrackNovember 23, 2021
There are many things people dream of. For some that’s going to college, buying a nice car, owning a home, starting a business and improving…
Mindy PetrackNovember 23, 2021
While there are many debates throughout the year, one we hear frequently this time of the year is how soon is too soon to put…
Mindy PetrackNovember 23, 2021
Understanding college financial aid options can be overwhelming, especially if this is your first time exploring financial aid. Maybe you are a student facing the…
Mindy PetrackNovember 23, 2021
Another year is coming to a close and that means it’s gift-giving season. It’s not an official season, there’s no special date marked on your…
Mindy PetrackNovember 23, 2021
The holiday season is upon us! If you’ve made your list and checked it twice, and are ready to start shopping online or in stores,…
Mindy PetrackNovember 23, 2021
A holiday savings account is designed to help you set aside funds for a specific goal, such as buying Christmas gifts, hosting the big holiday…
Mindy PetrackNovember 23, 2021
Do I want the 6-piece or the 8-piece set? Does the warranty that’s included with this one make it worth the extra money? I know…
Mindy PetrackNovember 23, 2021
'Tis the season for the busiest travel season of the year. While the holidays are already stressful, adding in layers for travel—either by airplane or…
Mindy PetrackNovember 23, 2021
It’s that time of year again...that time when the air is cooler, you’re spending more time indoors and noticing lots of little things...small home repairs...that…
Mindy PetrackNovember 23, 2021
One of the most accurate—and also most unhelpful when you are trying to get out of debt—is this tip: avoid debt in the first place.…
Mindy PetrackNovember 23, 2021
Whether you are deep in the trenches of parenting with years of experience under your belt, you just welcomed a new family member into your…
Mindy PetrackNovember 23, 2021
We’ve all had that friend (or maybe we ARE that friend) who’s insistent on giving you money for something you did—like pick them up when…
Mindy PetrackOctober 21, 2021
Saving money, or having some funds set aside for the future is an important piece of your financial picture. It can also be a little…
Mindy PetrackOctober 21, 2021
While they (typically) don’t wear whistles around their necks or make you run extra laps, like athletic coaches, financial coaches are in it to WIN.…
Mindy PetrackOctober 21, 2021
Getting into debt can happen quickly. First, it’s an auto loan to help you get to and from work, then maybe it’s student loans or…
Mindy PetrackOctober 21, 2021
Teaching kids about saving money from a young age is extremely important in shaping how they view money and finances. Kids start building their own…
Mindy PetrackOctober 21, 2021
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