Financial Focus®

Financial Focus®: Ten financial steps to take before and after your wedding day

Getting married is a major decision that comes with a financial to-do list that's arguably more important than choosing a venue or a cake....

Financial Focus®: Help your graduate use credit and debit cards wisely

As your new graduate prepares to step into the next chapter of life – whether that's more education or starting a career – one...

Financial Focus®: Saving for Retirement – Are You Guessing or Planning?

Let’s say you dream of spending your retirement mornings on a warm beach, coffee in hand, waves rolling in....

Financial Focus®: Four estate planning myths that could cost your family

Consider this scenario: A teacher of 30 years and mother of three passes away at age 58. She leaves...

Financial Focus®: Is your home really protected from natural disasters?

As temperatures rise and storm season approaches, it’s a good idea to review your homeowners insurance policy. Tornadoes, hurricanes,...

Financial Focus®: Emergency funds offer breathing room when it matters

Everyone needs an emergency fund. Financial experts recommend it, and we’ve all experienced surprise expenses: a costly car repair,...

Financial Focus®: Sustainable investing means investing with purpose

When you think about investing, you probably want your money to grow. But maybe you also want it to...

Financial Focus®: Four stages of raising confident, money-smart kids

Good financial habits are a little like brushing your teeth. When you learn them early, they become second nature,...