Back-to-School Budgeting for Families
Kids usually dread back-to-school shopping and the end of summer, while parents look for seasonal savings on school supplies to trim their costs as much as possible. With the cost of just about everything higher this year than last, we thought our members could use some family finance steps to put together their back-to-school budget […]
Banking for Newlyweds or Newly Moving In: Merging Finances Made Simple
Whether you’re getting married or moving in with someone, combining households can be tricky and at some point you’ll have to talk about money. For many couples, one person is known as “the saver,” and the other is known as “the spender,” and that can lead to problems both personally and financially. It’s estimated that […]
Neighbors Credit Union Summer Travel on a Budget: Smart Planning Tips
With rising food and fuel prices, many Americans are feeling sticker shock just buying gas and groceries. They’re being especially frugal when considering a summer vacation. A survey by Deloitte revealed that 45% of respondents were planning for a summer vacation with paid lodging, the lowest level in the last six years. Whether you’re planning […]
Summer Home Projects: Budgeting for Renovations
For many St. Louisans, summer has a way of turning small home projects into a full renovation wish list. You step outside and notice the deck needs work. You open the windows and remember they don’t seal like they used to. You walk through the kitchen and think, “We really should do something about this.” […]