Work Life Career, family, and a personal life. You can have it all, can’t you? Absolutely! But when the demands of work overtake the demands of your family and personal life, you can suffer chronic stress and burnout. And miss out on some of the best things in life. Sometimes it takes effort to balance […]
Financial Health Make a plan to live within your means. No matter what your income, having a budget helps you plan and manage your money. It also helps you get a grip on your spending. You can use a budget-making tool, such as a free one from the websitewww.mint.com. You can write one on your
Work Life * “Career” includes your line of work and how you spend non-work hours. * Choose career goals that suit your personality, skills, talents, and interests. * Take education and training steps needed to achieve your goals. Gain experience as a volunteer. * Find your passion in life. Do something you enjoy every day,
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Financial Health 1. Track your monthly expenses. – List fixed costs. These include mortgage or rent, car payment, phones and child care. – List costs that vary, such as clothing, eating out, personal care, and entertainment. 2. Make and follow a plan to pay down debt. Do this on your own or with professional help.
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Stress Management Recognize and treat early signs. Burnout isn’t something that happens overnight. It occurs over time from repeated and unresolved frustration or constant pressure to perform or achieve. With burnout, you feel exhausted, worn out, and detached from others. You feel as if you have nothing more to give and simply do not care
FINANCIAL HEALTH There are pros & cons to refinancing your home. It may not be the best choice for everyone, depending on their unique situation. Pros * Lower interest rate: When refinancing at a lower rate, monthly payment decreases, and you’ll pay less over your mortgage life. * Changing the term of your mortgage: When
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FINANCIAL HEALTH If you’re not close to retirement, you may not think much about your Social Security statement. But you can – and should – check it once a year. Here’s why: * There could be errors in your wages that need to be corrected. * You can see how much you’ve paid into Social
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FINANCIAL HEALTH The recent popularity of Bitcoin may have you wondering what it’s all about. Here’s what you need to know. * Digital currency. Bitcoin is not linked to any physical representation of value. It is used as a medium of exchange or a store of value. * Decentralized. No bank or organization controls Bitcoin,
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FINANCIAL HEALTH Not sure where to start with a budget? It doesn’t have to be complicated. Here are some tips. Add up your monthly income. Look at paystubs or your bank deposits from your job for one month. Include other income, like child support payments, if you have them. Cut back where you can. Put
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FINANCIAL HEALTH April 15 is Tax Day. Everyone must file their taxes by this day or file for an extension. Don’t get overwhelmed. These tips can help you get started. Get all your papers together You’ll need all your income records. This may include a W-2 from each employer, a 1099 for other income you
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