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Buying a home is one of the best ways to build generational wealth for your family and add to your own net worth. But whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or a seasoned veteran, the homebuying process can be intimidating.
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How to Handle an Overdue Mortgage

How to Handle an Overdue Mortgage

By Charlestien Harris The stress of not being able to make mortgage payments and other financial obligations because of the pandemic or any hardship can be overwhelming, but sometimes just knowing where to turn for help can give us a sense of relief.  The CARES...

Debt Settlement: The Facts

Debt Settlement: The Facts

By Charlestien Harris So far we’ve talked about debt management plans and debt consolidation. In the final blog for my debt elimination series, I’ll be discussing debt settlements. The prospect of paying less than you owe — far less in some cases — makes debt...

Debt Consolidation: The Facts

Debt Consolidation: The Facts

By Charlestien Harris: Hello my financial fitness trainees. I am back again to talk about ways to manage debt. If you are overwhelmed by the sheer volume of bills arriving at your home every month, debt consolidation may be the debt-relief program you need, but only...

Super School Saving: Pandemic Edition

Super School Saving: Pandemic Edition

By Rebekah Kinder Last year around this time, I wrote a blog post on saving for school. As I sit here thinking about what this school year may look like, I find myself hoping for normal, but in reality we may only find a portion of normal when August comes or weeks /...

COVID-19: THE BEST TIME TO MAKE A SAVINGS PLAN!

COVID-19: THE BEST TIME TO MAKE A SAVINGS PLAN!

By Charlestien Harris You might say, “I don’t have any money to save right now,” but in actuality this is the best time to look at saving money.  The pandemic has had a devastating effect on many families’ finances but unfortunately, I am sure this will not be the...

Tax Time is Savings Time in Mississippi

Tax Time is Savings Time in Mississippi

Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves signs a proclamation designating Mississippi Saves Week. Last week, Governor Reeves signed HB 597 into law, adding a second line for savings for the 2021 tax year. By James Owen Mississippians have a powerful new tool to save money,...

Net Worth: What Is It and Why Is It Important?

Net Worth: What Is It and Why Is It Important?

I am often asked what is net worth and why knowing it so important to my financial health?  Net worth is a measure of wealth. Specifically, it is the total of what you own minus the total of what you owe.  You can calculate your net worth by subtracting your...