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Millenials are making the headlines and topping Facebook newsfeeds lately. The current generation of young adults is often critically stereotyped for their work ethic, tendency to social spend, latenc…

The urge to spend money is everywhere, especially when you’re enjoying your new-found freedom as an adult in your college living arrangements. With limited places to store food (which creates the need…

Moving on to college is a big milestone that comes loaded with responsibility.  One of those responsibilities is to lay the foundation for financial security. Part of financial security is knowing how…

As you begin to tackle your college coursework, you’ll soon realize that the 3 or 4 credit hours for each class you are taking quickly extends to 6-8 hours per week when you account for class time, st…

Though the temperature may still be sizzling, the start of the fall semester and your new college living arrangements await. As you prepare for your move, consider our list of things you do and do not…

Pencils, notebooks, planners, and binders are making their way into the seasonal “Back-to-School” section of retail stores as you read this. The collegiate academic calendar kicks off in just a few sh…

This year, only 15 states are participating in back-to-school related Sales Tax Holidays (North Carolina is not participating this year.)  Qualifying back-to-school related expenses and purchase price…

Don’t know where to begin in your summer job search? Our tips can help you earn money and start your savings for the future. When it comes to finding a summer job, your friends and family may be the g…

Question: Who can I claim as a dependent on my tax return? What are the IRS Dependent Rules? Answer: For tax purposes, the IRS says that a dependent is someone who is supported by another. Examples in…