A kitchen is the focal point of any home. So it's important to have a space that's comfortable to work in and appealing to look at. But with the average price of a kitchen remodel in the tens of...
If you haven't been to the Lake Trust Brighton branch lately, then you're in for a surprise. We recently finished remodeling this location and we're ready to reveal the new appearance! So why did we...
Finance can be a sensitive topic to talk about, especially with your kids. But financial literacy starts at home.
Summer is here and that means wedding season is upon us. If you're planning a wedding, the budding flowers and warm air only adds to the excitement of counting down to your big day. But in the midst...
In 2013, over 30 percent of households in the United States did not have a formal retirement savings or pension plan1. That’s a pretty scary thought when the cost of living keeps going up.
This article was updated February 22, 2023 to reflect new information about credit reports.
Remember getting a report card as a kid? Think about how excited you were to show off your grades to mom...
What’s the first thing you do when you have some extra cash? Many of us want to run to the store and stock up on groceries, clothes or the latest electronics when we see a higher balance in our...
Having a good credit score is important because it shows lenders how you handle credit and manage your money. But what factors are used to calculate your personal score?
Sometimes we don't find our calling in life, it finds us when we least expect it. A few years ago, Michael (Mike) was faced with a tough decision: Put his aging mother in a traditional nursing home...
Every time you turn around it seems like another annoying bill is due. When you’re running to work, managing a house and taking care of kids who has time to remember a bunch of due dates?