It may have more than four letters but for some people, “budget” still feels like one of those “bad words” you shouldn’t say in polite company or don’t want to hear in your home. We get it—conversations about personal finance can be uncomfortable—but we’re here to tell you that budget is not a bad word. In fact, it’s one of the best things you can do for yourself.
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When it comes to financial success, planning is key. We’ve talked about the importance of having a budget many times, and this strategy remains a critical element of most successful financial plans. After all, saving and investing only works if you plan it around your income and expenditures—it takes a bit of work, but it’s more than worth it in the end.
There are two kinds of people in the world: those who have already experienced the benefits of working with a credit union, and those who still have the opportunity to experience these perks for the first time. If you’re the latter, this post is for you!
Many financial institutions offer rate holds, but if you aren’t familiar with them, you may not be sure exactly what they are. Today, we’d like to discuss what a rate hold is, why it’s a good thing for house-hunters and homeowners alike, and how to get one with Interior Savings.
Many of us understand the importance of keeping our data safe from hackers and identity theft, but when you use the Internet to work or run a business, manage your bills, communicate with family and friends, stream entertainment and more, it can be easy to slip up.
Most of us, when we first entered the workforce, never really gave any thought to life insurance. Now, as we are entering our careers or heading into our higher earning years – we may want to look at some insurance protection.
Financial planning is how individuals can get out of debt, preserve and grow their savings, invest in their future and create peace of mind. Here’s an overview of five things everyone should include in their financial plan.
If you’re buying your first home or renewing your mortgage, you may have questions about fixed vs variable mortgage rates. These are important terms to understand because the choice you make will impact your monthly mortgage payment for years to come.
In an effort to make the transition from graduation to “adulting” go smoothly, we have three simple but effective pieces of financial advice.
No matter where in Canada you live, the housing market isn’t what it used to be. And, if you’re trying to buy a property here in British Columbia—either your first home or a larger space for your family—it can be incredibly challenging.
