This America Saves Week, Neighbors will join together with other organizations across the country in an effort to empower and encourage individuals to take control of their financial futures and meet their goals. Common goals include saving money, reducing debt, and building wealth over time. Each day of America Saves Week Neighbors will provide information, [...]
Jumpstart January and get your finances on track! This video explores different tools and resources that could help you manage your income and expenses. Click here to watch. https://youtu.be/HSYT9Z_s7N8 Neighbors offers free, one-to-one financial education to our community. If you would like to connect with one of our financial counselors for more information, call [...]
by Jenny Sanford, AFC® Imagine yourself experiencing the joy of a new baby or the fear of being ill and not knowing when you will feel better. In both situations, you may find yourself feeling overwhelmed navigating the complicated process of getting care along with the ups and downs of life. Pre-approvals, in and out [...]
Jenny Sanford, AFC® Paying for a post-high school education can be a significant investment in the life of a child. We can help you start at any age level. Financial Empowerment coaches can provide assistance with filling out Financial Aid forms and talking about the pros and cons of student loans. We also emphasize that [...]
Summer Savings Ideas Making memories with friends and family doesn’t have to stop while you are working on a savings goal. Here are some budget friendly ideas to build memories and have a great summer: Ask about Discounts – Be sure to ask about discounts when making summer plans. If anyone in your family receives [...]
How Healthy is Your Credit Score? Jenny Sanford, AFC® Just like a yearly check-up with your doctor, financial experts advise people to check their credit reports once a year. Neighbors Financial Empowerment counselors work with you to access your report and score, as well as provide counseling to build healthy credit. A healthy score allows [...]