Blog categorized as Budgeting

Take Control of Your Financial Future with a Budget for the New Year

12/12/2024 10:18 AM By Mike Halper, CFP®, MPAS®, SE-AWMA®, CDAA, CBDA - Comment(s)
Take Control of Your Financial Future with a Budget for the New Year
Start the new year with a practical budget by understanding your income and expenses, using strategies like the 50/20/30 rule, and adjusting spending habits to achieve financial goals.

6 Tips to Help Save For Your Family Vacation

05/24/2024 01:37 PM By Mike Halper, CFP®, MPAS®, SE-AWMA®, CDAA, CBDA - Comment(s)
6 Tips to Help Save For Your Family Vacation
Summer is almost here, so here are six strategies to save money on a family vacation. By following these tips, families can effectively budget and plan for a dream vacation, ensuring everyone contributes and enjoys the process.

Financial Tips for Remodeling Your Home

05/03/2024 09:25 AM By Mike Halper, CFP®, MPAS®, SE-AWMA®, CDAA, CBDA - Comment(s)
Financial Tips for Remodeling Your Home
Ensure you're taking on remodeling projects that will add value to your home by taking into account these important considerations.

How to Trick Yourself Into Saving Money

03/27/2024 06:11 PM By Mike Halper, CFP®, MPAS®, SE-AWMA®, CDAA, CBDA - Comment(s)
How to Trick Yourself Into Saving Money
Saving money can feel like such an impossible task to do, especially when the temptation to spend has gotten so high.

10 Tips to Save Money on Holiday Gifts

12/21/2023 02:17 PM By Mike Halper, CFP®, MPAS®, SE-AWMA®, CDAA, CBDA - Comment(s)
10 Tips to Save Money on Holiday Gifts
Don't go into debt to make sure that everyone gets something special this season. Use these 10 money saving tips, so you don't have to feel like a Grinch.

Saving Tips for the Remainder of the Summer

07/18/2023 08:11 AM By Mike Halper, CFP®, MPAS®, SE-AWMA®, CDAA, CBDA - Comment(s)
Saving Tips for the Remainder of the Summer
As summer continues, whether you're just trying to save some money or if you're affected by the actor and/or writer strikes, these money-saving tips could help.

Summer Saving Tips

05/30/2023 09:55 AM By Mike Halper, CFP®, MPAS®, SE-AWMA®, CDAA, CBDA - Comment(s)
Summer Saving Tips
Summer means relaxation and fun, but its also a great time to save! Here's six ways to boost your bank account this summer season.

Strategies for Living on a Single Income

05/18/2023 08:46 AM By Mike Halper, CFP®, MPAS®, SE-AWMA®, CDAA, CBDA - Comment(s)
Strategies for Living on a Single Income
When living off a single income, planning and budgeting are key for avoiding debt and covering your expenses. Here are some beneficial strategies for those living alone or families relying on one income.

Looking to Trim Your Budget? 9 Ways to Save on Groceries

05/10/2023 09:12 AM By Mike Halper, CFP®, MPAS®, SE-AWMA®, CDAA, CBDA - Comment(s)
Looking to Trim Your Budget? 9 Ways to Save on Groceries
We need food, but we don't need to spend more than we have to on it. These 9 grocery shopping hacks can help stretch your monthly budget.

The True Cost of Dining Out and How to Become a Frugal Foodie

04/05/2023 08:44 AM By Mike Halper, CFP®, MPAS®, SE-AWMA®, CDAA, CBDA - Comment(s)
The True Cost of Dining Out and How to Become a Frugal Foodie
If you're finding your restaurant bills piling up, these 5 tips can help your wallet while still allowing you to indulge from time to time.
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