Juggling personal finance is no easy task, especially so for teachers who have limited time. Let us help you navigate your finances with our articles covering all things relating to educators and money.
By finding out top-ranked teacher finance platforms to details on how to make some extra cash, you are sure to see the money start rolling into your bank account. Make sure you take advantage of some of the educator discounts available out there too! The resources are out there; help us help you to start earning more, saving more, and spending less!
With tax season upon us, you may be crunching numbers, collecting tax documents, and wondering about a possible refund. There are a few ways for you as a teacher to potentially receive even more of a tax refund! Learn how with these 8 Tax Saving Tips for Educators. 1) Educator Expense Deduction Educators who teach […] More
Purchasing a vehicle is a major expense, especially on an educator’s salary. In order to receive the most benefit for money spent on the vehicle, it is imperative to keep it properly maintained. Doing so will extend the life of the vehicle and keep costly repair bills at bay. Where to Service a Vehicle If […] More
You Get Out of It What You Put Into It Keeping your body in shape and keeping your personal budget in shape have a couple of things in common. Both are a struggle to stay on top of, and both are a matter of input and output. If you want a lean body, cut back […] More
According to a 2015 report from Edmunds.com, the price for a used vehicle averages $16,800. This is a considerable amount of money, and generally speaking, living on an educator’s salary does not leave us with mounds of disposable income. Therefore, it is important to save money where we can, and when it comes to car […] More
Across the nation, teachers spend more than $1 billion of personal money on classroom supplies each year. From hand sanitizer to keep germs down and kids healthy to crayons that replace the classroom’s initial stock, 80 percent of teachers say that they invest their own money primarily because of school’s limited budgets, which often receive […] More
One second. That’s all it takes for the student debt in the United States to increase by $3000. After graduation, that monthly payment makes the list, plus any credit card debt, an auto loan, and potentially a mortgage. As students leave school and enter the never ending cycle of debt, a newly married couple, both […] More
In modern society, cash is no longer king. With debit cards in every wallet, companies paying with direct deposit, and people taking advantage of online banking, it’s no wonder kids today don’t have a clear understanding of money. With our current digital economy, many people no longer carry cash, opting to use debit or credit […] More
Do you leverage apps to help you save more money? If not, you should be!  Read on for my picks for the top 5 personal finance applications for 2016! 1) Mint I truly love Mint. It allows you to set and keep track of your budget, track your personal saving and spending goals and so much […] More
One never knows when tragedy will strike. A herniated disc, household accident, car accident or any other misfortune can befall you anytime and render you incapable of ever working again. So, consider insuring your ability to work and earn a living. If you are asking yourself “Why do I need disability insurance?” consider that your […] More