Abby VanDerHeyden, CFP®

When contemplating a pregnancy or an adoption, be sure to understand your employment benefits. Parental leave policies and insurance benefits can cover associated costs as well as provide income while you are away from work.

The allure of extra money from a “side hustle” can be tempting to many and even necessary for some. While this extra influx of money can certainly be a positive, it’s important to fully weigh the pros and cons of a side gig and understand what it really means for you financially. We’ve laid out the areas to consider being starting your own side hustle.

It’s time for spring cleaning, and that means tidying up your personal finances! While most think of spring cleaning as straightening up the house and yard, your finances need a regular once-over as well. Our four-point checklist should get you well on your way to spic-and-span finances!

To many, pets are members of the family. But who will care for them when we’re gone? Including your pets in your estate plan can solve this dilemma.

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act bill has many Americans wondering just how they’ll be affected by the first major tax overhaul in nearly thirty years. If you own a 529 account, you’ll want to be sure to stay abreast of the changes to your plan in order to take full advantage of any new benefits that are coming. We’ve highlighted the main changes to 529 plans and how they might impact your education savings!

You lose something of value and your first question is “is it covered?” Insurance polices provide a limited amount for such losses, but generally not enough to cover expensive items. To be fully reimbursed, what do you do?

Have you ever considered purchasing travel insurance but weren’t sure how to begin – or whether it would even be worth having? Fear not! ...

College is one of the largest expenses you’ll encounter in your lifetime. Aside from attending an in-state university or receiving scholarships, there are other ways to reduce the amount of money spent on college costs. In addition to saving on tuition, students have the ability to minimize other expenses such as books, room and board. Here are five easy ways to save on costs:

What’s your reaction to the words “prenuptial agreement” or “prenup?” I’m betting “romantic” ...

What happens to your Facebook account when you die? Or, your beloved iTunes music library? Your estate plan provides for the management and ...

For parents, the questions never stop no matter the age of your children. Perhaps your new college graduate needs financial direction on what to do ...

Important Changes: If you have a student in college or bound for college next year, the process for filing the FAFSA starts October 1st.