Affected by the Government Shutdown? Here’s What You Need To Know.
- January 15, 2019
- By: Greenpath Financial Wellness
- Category: Budgeting, Debt, Debt management
Over the weekend, the partial government shutdown passed its 22nd day, making it the longest shutdown in history. Of the about 800,000 federal employees affected, nearly 380,000 have been furloughed (given a leave of absence) and the remainder continue to work without pay. While most people affected by the shutdown are...
Looking To Get Out of Debt in 2019? Here’s How to Start
- January 4, 2019
- By: Greenpath Financial Wellness
- Category: Budgeting, GreenPath University
More than 30% of New Year’s resolutions are related to getting out of debt and saving money. Here are some tips on how you can make a successful resolution to get out of debt.
Give Yourself the Gift of Less Financial Stress: A Budget Plan for a Healthy, Happy You
- December 18, 2018
- By: Greenpath Financial Wellness
- Category: Budgeting
Can making a budget really make you feel better about life? You might be surprised! One of the most powerful things you can do to relieve uncertainty and financial stress is to take a step back and make a plan. A budget can help you figure out how to meet both your short and long-term financial goals. Think about it like...
Day 21: Giving To Others Makes Us Happy
- November 21, 2018
- By: Greenpath Financial Wellness
- Category: Budgeting, Family, No Spend November
Generosity & Gratefulness Lead To Happiness Everyone talks about "paying it forward," and researches seem to agree that if you give more, you'll get more. Money can buy happiness when you spend it on someone else. Several studies show that giving to others makes us happy. If you're on a budget, you may be relieved...
Day 14: Cancel Your Subscriptions
- November 14, 2018
- By: Greenpath Financial Wellness
- Category: Budgeting, Family, No Spend November
With the click of a button you can sign up for a subscription to stream music or your favorite T.V. series. It’s easy to be roped in by offers for gym memberships, grocery delivery, and box subscriptions. These relatively “small” recurring costs can add up quickly. Many times, we’re unaware of exactly...
Day 12: Plan Your Paycheck
- November 12, 2018
- By: Greenpath Financial Wellness
- Category: Budgeting, Financial Health Tips, No Spend November
Your paycheck is a starting point for making a budget. Set aside 15 minutes to review your income and expenses. This way you can plan your paycheck. For This activity, make sure you have the following items: Time: 15 min Tools: Printable Calendar, Pen, List of Income and Expenses Step 1: Establish Your Starting...
Part 2- Day 10: Pay Off Your Debt
- November 10, 2018
- By: Greenpath Financial Wellness
- Category: Budgeting, Debt, No Spend November
You did it! Now that you understand your options for dealing with debt, it’s time to make a plan for being debt-free! Two of the most popular methods for paying off your debt are the Snowball Method and the Avalanche Method. The Snowball Method means paying off your smallest debts first. This creates a sense of motivation...
Day 9: Smart Spending With Groceries
- November 9, 2018
- By: Greenpath Financial Wellness
- Category: Budgeting, No Spend November
Achieving your financial wellness goals start with setting realistic expectations. When it comes to basic necessities such as groceries, cutting out spending is not going to be an option. However, there are steps we can take to make sure we are practicing smart spending habits for greater savings without sacrificing...
How to Recover from a Financial Setback
- June 28, 2018
- By: Greenpath Financial Wellness
- Category: Budgeting, GreenPath University
The financial trajectory in our life is full of ups and downs. As the saying goes, "That's life." We are all going to experience times when we feel like the wind is at our back, and other times when we feel like our financial world is caving in on us. If you find yourself in the second category, it will be okay. First,...
Utility Payment Plans
- September 1, 2017
- By: Greenpath Financial Wellness
- Category: Budgeting, GreenPath University
You’re not alone if you have a hard time paying your utility bills. It’s not easy to predict how much your utility payments will be. They change with the seasons.
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