Author: Nikki Kennedy

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 holiday shopping season, and that means sales, gift 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 they’re a smart...