According to the Department of Energy, utilities continue to increase with the average American home spending $2,200 per year. Families are constantly finding ways to lower their bills and reduce their usage. This does not mean you have to cut off your heat and wear...
We in the Lowcountry have been fortunate enough to not be victims of any major tropical storms since the devastating effects of Hurricane Hugo in the fall of 1989. The effects of Hurrican Matthew in 2016 left parts of our state shattered, but once again...
With the Fourth of July just around the corner make sure you are financially prepared to celebrate this American holiday! With helpful tips like the ones in the article below you will be sure to celebrate the day of red, white, and blue, without spending...
Gardening may seem like just a glamorous expensive pass time but in reality, it is a great way to save some cash especially at the grocery store. Being knowledgable about the best ways to plant a garden with your money in mind will help your...
Have you ever wondered about what lenders look at besides your credit score? Well, we know! Lenders look for key things such as employment history, current and past income, present-day debt, and savings. We have explained these four examples with more detail below. Employment History Your employment...
It is time to start setting some significant money goals. These goals that you set for yourself will allow you to have more power over your finances. Whether you set five goals or one goal, they are goals you should try and stick with. We...
Thanksgiving is a great time of year to unwind and enjoy the presence of friends and family. To avoid the stress of money early on, start planning now. There are simple and easy ways to cut back the costs of your celebration, and we want...
Many people end up spending way too much money on groceries. We always go to the grocery store with a short list and somehow manage to make it down every single aisle, buying a ton of items that we don’t need. The truth is, we...
The time of gift giving will be here before we know it! The holiday season is one of the best time of the year, but it isn’t always the best time of year for our wallets. We are all tempted to spend a little extra...
Marriage is a beautiful time in a man and woman’s life, a time where two families come together to be one. While it is easy to dream about your perfect wedding, your wallet might say otherwise. Here are five ways to save for your special day! Savings...