Author: Nikki Kennedy

In a tough economy, how safe are your savings?

Written by Nikki Kennedy on August 20, 2025. Posted in Saving, Investing & Retirement.

Learn Login to MyFinFit FinFit Learn | Saving, Investing & Retirement In a tough economy, how safe are your savings? From rising interest rates to stock market swings, 2025 has reminded us just how fragile the economy can feel. If you’ve been wondering whether your hard-earned savings are protected, especially in times of uncertainty, you’re not alone. As we head into a new month, it’s a smart time to check in on the health and...

Summer’s almost over—time to build a spending plan you’ll actually follow

Written by Nikki Kennedy on August 20, 2025. Posted in Spending & Budgeting.

Learn Login to MyFinFit FinFit Learn | Spending & Budgeting Summer’s almost over—time to build a spending plan you’ll actually follow The sun’s setting a little earlier, the pool days are winding down, and your inbox is probably already reminding you about early bird holiday sales. That can only mean one thing: summer’s almost over, and fall’s coming fast—with its usual lineup of back-to-school costs, pumpkin-flavored...

Is your credit score in good health?

Written by Nikki Kennedy on August 20, 2025. Posted in Credit & Borrowing.

Learn Login to MyFinFit FinFit Learn | Credit & Borrowing Is your credit score in good health? August is National Wellness Month—a time to check in on your physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. But there’s one area many people overlook: your financial health, especially your credit score. Think of your credit score as a wellness report card for your finances. When it’s strong, you’re more likely to qualify for lower interest rates,...

4 tourist traps that could be wrecking your summer travel budget

Written by Nikki Kennedy on August 20, 2025. Posted in Family, Home & Lifestyle.

Learn Login to MyFinFit FinFit Learn | Family, Home & Lifestyle 4 tourist traps that could be wrecking your summer travel budget Whether you’re headed to a theme park, national park, or a beachside resort this summer, no one wants to return home with buyer’s remorse. Vacation is a time to unwind – not overspend. Yet even the most seasoned traveler can fall victim to costly tourist traps that drain your wallet and leave you...

The smartest investment this summer? You.

Written by Nikki Kennedy on August 1, 2025. Posted in Saving, Investing & Retirement.

Learn Login to MyFinFit FinFit Learn | Saving, Investing & Retirement The smartest investment this summer? You. It’s been a bumpy summer on Wall Street. Between fluctuating stock prices, shifting interest rates, and ever-changing economic realities, you might be wondering: Where should I be putting my money right now? Here’s one answer you won’t see on a stock ticker: yourself. No matter what’s happening in the market,...

Hate budgeting? These summer-smart tips are for you

Written by Nikki Kennedy on August 1, 2025. Posted in Spending & Budgeting.

Learn Login to MyFinFit FinFit Learn | Spending & Budgeting Hate budgeting? These summer-smart tips are for you Whether you’re soaking up the sunshine or splurging on summer outings, budgeting might be the last thing on your mind. If the word alone makes your eyes glaze over – or sends a chill down your spine – you’re not alone. The good news? Budgeting is a skill, not a personality trait. And like any skill, you can learn...

Sending your student to college? Set them up for financial success

Written by Nikki Kennedy on August 1, 2025. Posted in Family, Home & Lifestyle.

Learn Login to MyFinFit FinFit Learn | Family, Home & Lifestyle Sending your student to college? Set them up for financial success College move-in season is here – cue the teary goodbyes, Target runs, and an avalanche of dorm décor. If your child is stepping into this new chapter of independence, there’s one thing that can cast a long shadow over all the excitement: money stress. With tuition, housing, and day-to-day costs...

Store cards – deal or debt trap?

Written by Nikki Kennedy on August 1, 2025. Posted in Credit & Borrowing.

Learn Login to MyFinFit FinFit Learn | Credit & Borrowing Store cards – deal or debt trap? It’s soon-to-be back-to-school shopping season, and that means sales, supply lists, and – if you’re in line at a major retailer, being asked, “Would you like to save 25% by opening a store card today?” Sounds tempting, especially with a full cart. But before you sign up, it’s important to understand how store credit cards work and whether...