A college education can help you secure a sound financial future, yet securing that education often comes at a very high cost. Financial aid can help alleviate some of that cost, and it can come from a variety of different sources, depending on what works best for your needs. Why You Need to File Your… Read more »
Between medical expenses, car payments and rent, it can be hard to find room to give, no matter how much you want to contribute to a good cause. With the following tips, you can still help those in need even while on a tight budget yourself. Pick a Cause You Care About Before you decide… Read more »
During the 2018-19 school year, Minster Bank will reach around 2,000 students from kindergarten to high school through their financial literacy programs. Through these programs, which are held in each of the counties where Minster Bank branches are located – Auglaize, Shelby and Miami – Minster Bank representatives teach students financial skills in a fun… Read more »
So, what exactly is the 30 Day Rule? If you’ve never heard of it before, no worries! It’s an easy way to save money. The rule is this: when you’re out shopping and see something you want, don’t buy it. Instead, come home and write down the name of the item on a sticky note…. Read more »
Between understanding closing costs and filling out paperwork, buying a home for the first time can be daunting. But for Marge Meiring, a Minster Bank customer who took advantage of the Welcome Home program, it was much smoother. “I’m 67 and I had never bought a house, so I was a little overwhelmed with it… Read more »
Summer is here and that can only mean one thing — it’s vacation time! With a little pre-planning and self-discipline, it’s easy to stay financially healthy on a road trip. Here are seven tips for saving money and ensuring that your money stays safe during your travels. 1. Budget for Your Trip Ahead of Time… Read more »
If you’ve recently been in a car accident, the other driver’s car insurance company might try to ask for a statement. Before you say anything, learn about the risks of talking about the crash with the other insurance company, as well as find a wiser strategy to pursue in this scenario. What Not to Say… Read more »
Setting spending limits and crunching numbers isn’t a traditional recipe for family fun. But it is possible to make the process of creating, maintaining and benefiting from family budgets an enjoyable one. You and your family will find financial joy within the budgeting process with these tips. 1. Talk It Through Finances are a complicated… Read more »
When you have enough money to cover your everyday expenses, you should consider saving money for the future. You can choose to put this money in a secure savings account with your financial institution or invest it in the market. There are risks and benefits of each that you should consider before making your final… Read more »
Weddings are a celebration of love, joy and commitment, but between booking a venue, ordering the catering and sending out invitations, your expenses can pile up and put a damper on the fun. In 2018, the average wedding cost more than $44,000 — that’s more than the average student loan for a four-year degree. But… Read more »