Finance Articles, Financial Wellness Wednesday
Episode 20: Student Loan Interest Reduction KEY TAKEAWAYS: Student loan forbearance was issued through September during the current pandemic, but has been extended through 2021. The federal forbearance means you do not need to pay your student loan – and...
Finance Articles, Financial Wellness Wednesday
Episode 19: Retirement Accounts KEY TAKEAWAYS: Starting a retirement account can seem daunting, but rest assured, Lisa will help you understand the basics. Most retirement accounts are started by an employer based contribution – a company chosen by your employer...
Finance Articles, Financial Wellness Wednesday
Episode 18: Safely Building Credit KEY TAKEAWAYS: Start a credit card with a cosigner young, and for a small, manageable amount that you can pay monthly. If possible, parents can help their kids jump start their credit by teaching healthy habits, but also being a...
Finance Articles, Home Equity
A home equity line of credit, also known as a HELOC, is designed to let you access the equity in your home.  You can use this line of credit for several reasons that benefit you financially. A HELOC carries a lower interest rate than many other loans and credit...
Finance Articles, Financial Wellness Wednesday
Episode 17: Refinancing Your Mortgage KEY TAKEAWAYS: Refinancing your mortgage can save you money if you are still locked into your original loan and have a higher interest rate, longer term, or are paying extra costs from a PMI. Be sure that when you refinance that...
