You Just Had A Baby. Now What?
Having a baby comes with a lot of responsibility and a long to-do list. Here are the things you should do legally and financially to set yourself up for success once your little one arrives.
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Should I Invest My 403(b) (Or IRA) In A Target Date Fund?
This post mentions some specific investments. They are only examples and not an endorsement of those investments. Perhaps the most difficult, or at least most intimidating, thing about saving for retirement isn’t finding money to set aside, but rather choosing…
Are You Eligible To Make Extra 403(b) Contributions?
People over 50 are eligible to make extra contributions to their 403(b) plans. However, some plans even let younger people make extra contributions. Here is everything you need to know regarding eligibility, limits, etc. for making extra contributions to your…
Aggressive Saving: Wisdom Or Lack Of Faith?
Back when people were still allowed to get together, I was at an event for professionals and business owners where we discussed generosity. We watched a video testimony of a woman who God had asked to make some specific changes…
5 Things I’ve Learned About Pastors & Their Finances After Working With Them For 5 Years
This is a guest post by Ben Wacek, Certified Financial Planner® and founder of Guide Financial Planning, where he offers clients Bible-based financial guidance both in-person in Minnesota and virtually throughout the country.
Should You Even Bother To Save For Your Kids’ College?
As more and more free higher education opportunities become available, does it make sense to save for your children’s college anymore? And if you do, what happens with the money if they don’t use it for college?
What Should You Do With The Money For A 5-Year Savings Goal?
Are you saving up to buy a home? To go on the mission field? To buy into a business? There are a lot of different reasons behind mid-term savings goals, those goals that take 3-5 years to achieve. No matter…
The Archaic Practice That Will Get You Ahead Financially 100% Of The Time
Though it may seem old-fashioned, there is one thing you can do financially that is guaranteed to get you ahead, no matter your income, season of life, place of residence, or personal circumstances.
Reader Story: A Millionaire After 30+ Years In The Ministry
Several weeks ago we discussed the characteristics common to those who are able to build wealth over time. Today, I’m going to introduce you to a real live example of a pastor who has done it.
The Top Personal Finance Blog Posts For Pastors Of 2017
Merry Christmas! For the last post of the year, I thought I’d do a recap of the 10 most popular posts of 2017, in case you missed one of them. Here they are, in order of popularity:
Are You Financially Prepared For An Emergency?
From hurricanes to fires, people all over the nation have been finding themselves in emergency situations this year. What if next year is your turn? Are you financially prepared for an emergency? What steps can you take to become prepared?
Are Millennials Really Worse With Money?
It seems that in the media, Millennials are constantly getting a bad rap. They are lazy, entitled whiners living in their parents’ basements and sipping expensive coffee. But we all know Millennials who are nothing like that. Like my…