- Yes, You Should Probably Get a Home Inspection Look at that – I answered your Google search right up front. And I mean it: a home inspection is a valuable part of the home buying process, even if it's not always a requirement to get a mortgage. Here's why. If these walls could talk If you're…
- Whether you're 18 or 48, at some point you're likely to buy a new car – even if it's just new to you. Unfortunately, cars aren't cheap. That's why many people go for an auto loan. The issue? Auto loans are confusing, especially if you've never had a loan before. Between APR, GAP, MRC, terms, and…
- Has something ever happened out of nowhere that made you think, "How am I supposed to pay for this?!" Savings accounts or lines of credit are potential options for a bailout if you happen to have ample funds, and in this case my credit card came in handy. But not the way you'd expect! I use my…
- One Budget, Two Weddings Our original outline and budget for the wedding put us at $15k-$18k. We decided to elope first. We assumed it would remove pressure off the bigger event and encourage us to keep it affordable. Because we were already married. Right? And how could I say "No" to two weddings…
- Preparing for Baby Costs Oh, baby. I found out in February. I came home to a scavenger hunt – clues scattered by my wife throughout the house. At the end, I discovered a drawer filled with tiny booties, a Captain America onesie, and a board book about dads and babies. And there I was. I was going to…
- The pandemic may have restricted the way many of us lived, but it pushed the housing market beyond historic boundaries. Now those same homes we were stuck in during quarantine are worth more than ever before, making home equity lines of credit even more attractive. Apply Now! Median home prices have…
- 4 Ways I Saved (or tried) in College When I was 17 my dad's motto seemed to be "stop spending your money." But to me, spending was easy. "Saving" was hardly a word. The first time I considered cost – another new word! – was the moment my dad said, "You know, you'll end up with a lot more student…
- Are You Financially Fit? Over the last several years the fitness industry has exploded. Unique diets, strength training regiments for all ages, you name it. Many people have shown a level of dedication to becoming healthier, both mentally and physically, and are enjoying healthier golden years as a…
- Financial Prep for Study Abroad So, you've decided to study abroad? How exciting! With dreams of the adventures that await, it can be tough to sit down and think logistics. If you take the time to map out your finances now, though, you'll not only leave yourself with less stress during your studies…
- Why I Ditched My Debit Card All about that credit card life I'm going to make a confession: I don't use my debit card. To be honest, I haven't used it in years. And while that's not something our Card Solutions Manager here at Visions will like, the fact is, I'm all about my credit card. Here's why…
