According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average American spends $3,008 per year on dining out. At the same time, nearly half of Americans don’t have… Read more “The Cost of Dining Out & Ways to Save”
Author: tasha
As the Nashville Division Manager at Apprisen, I serve as a NFCC Certified Consumer Credit Counselor while also coordinating community engagement & outreach in the area. Prior to working at Apprisen, I earned a MA in Economic Development & International Commerce from the University of Kentucky & an BA in Economics.
First-Time Homebuyers: How Much Can You Afford?
As a recent first-time homebuyer and a (elder) millennial who was sick of getting told, “why are you still renting, buy a house,” I know how intimidating… Read more “First-Time Homebuyers: How Much Can You Afford?”
Till Debt Do Us Part
According to a recent study, more than half of married couples carried debt into their relationship. For those who brought debt into the relationship, nearly 4 in… Read more “Till Debt Do Us Part”
Senior Living: Tips for Living on a Fixed Income
Retirement. The glorious day we dream of when we can get out of the day-to-day grind, spend more time with family and get to know those neighbors… Read more “Senior Living: Tips for Living on a Fixed Income”
Ways to Maximize Last-Minute Travel Savings
Whether you are the spontaneous, throw a dart at the map & hop in the car type of traveler or simply someone who procrastinates on planning for… Read more “Ways to Maximize Last-Minute Travel Savings”
Rebuilding After a Natural Disaster: Financial Checklist
We know that when a natural disaster strikes, all the best laid plans go out the door. There is so much sorrow, uncertainty, and stress. It can… Read more “Rebuilding After a Natural Disaster: Financial Checklist”
Ask the Experts: We are getting eaten alive by payday loans.
This question comes from our reader Liz K.: Question: We are getting eaten alive by payday loans. Answer: Payday loans can certainly be a burden on your… Read more “Ask the Experts: We are getting eaten alive by payday loans.”
Tiny Home, Big Decision
Tiny houses are all the rage right now! I’m seeing them pop up in backyards all over Nashville. However, despite the numerous HGTV shows that show us… Read more “Tiny Home, Big Decision”
Pop Finance: Save Dat Money
Do you get bored thinking about saving for retirement? Does the word budgeting make you cringe? Personal finances aren’t very sexy, I get it. In this new… Read more “Pop Finance: Save Dat Money”
Five to Follow: The Best Financial Advice on Social Media
If you’re like me, you often moan about the political posts and pictures of food that fill your social media feeds. Why not sprinkle in some tips… Read more “Five to Follow: The Best Financial Advice on Social Media”