Finances Update Archives

"This year I’ve decided to get serious about getting out of debt. What are some tangible ways I can make real progress?"

Many couples mistakenly think that their brief money talks while getting to know each other will prepare them for marriage.

What can I do to prepare for the financial impact of electrical power outages? How can I afford proper insurance?

My husband and I recently spent eight months living below poverty level, and in the crash and burn that followed, I learned a lot.

We’ve all heard the saying, “Keeping up with the Joneses.” But what do they have that’s so worth keeping up with?

Failing to plan for the maintenance costs of homes and vehicles is one of the most common mistakes I’ve seen.

If a tool was available that would give you a control over your finances and help keep your stress low, wouldn’t you use it?

Have you ever paused to reflect on how your personal strengths and weaknesses contribute to your current financial position?

We tend to think of the blessings WE will get through our generosity. How WE will reap. Or we think of the joy we will give OTHERS. But don’t...

A book, DVD, or budgeting software won’t ultimately change your financial situation. That won’t change unless YOU change.

Why do people give? That’s easy. They give from the heart, to vision.

Research tells us that most people who go through the consolidation process wind up back in debt later on. There’s a better way to become...

It takes vision, discipline and faith to become successful. These 12 steps will help you achieve the results you desire.

Debt wastes your God-given money, time, and energy, which limits how much you can pursue God’s plans for your life.

If you want to be wealthier, check your heart first