Lifestyle creep happens when spending increases with income, limiting savings and wealth building. Signs include impulse purchases and financial stress despite raises. To combat it, set clear goals, automate savings, budget wisely, and track spending. Avoid comparisons and celebrate wins without overspending. Whitaker-Myers Wealth Managers can help create a financial plan that supports your goals while enjoying life today.

Happy Mother’s Day! Congrats Grad! If you haven't already, you will hear and see these things very soon. You will also start to see many...

Opportunity cost is the benefit of what an individual misses out on when they spend their funds on a particular item vs another item or...

Helping you get out of the paycheck-to-paycheck mentality Living Paycheck to paycheck is a burden many Americans face. Around 78% of all...

An emergency fund is like a safety net, providing peace of mind during unforeseen circumstances. This money needs to be liquid and accessible in case an expense arises out of the blue. There are many names that an emergency fund can go by, some of which are the following: rainy day fund, savings account, contingency plan, stockpile of cash, stash, or cash reserves, but they all serve the same purpose: to provide relief in the event of a job loss, pay cut or significant unexp

Is it really worth it? $6.75 That is the price I paid for one medium, flavored, double caf coffee last Friday. At the moment, I justified...