The concept of "YOLO," or "you only live once," has become a popular theme among millennials. While the message of not allowing fear to dominate your life or letting opportunities pass you by is admirable, too often it can be used as an excuse to justify poor financial decision-making. After all, if you live only in the now, you do not have to worry about the tough tasks of saving money, investing, or making critical financial decisions for your future.

With 2018 around the corner, you’ve likely started telling yourself, “New year, new me!” If so, that’s great! Take a moment to ensure the “new you” includes new financial planning. From reviewing your finances to paying off debt, here are four financial resolutions to consider for 2018.

If you missed all the great sales on Black Friday and Cyber Monday, don’t fret! You can still get your holiday shopping done on a budget and from the comfort of your couch. Check out these great gift ideas for the loved ones in your life.

From buying gifts to throwing parties – during the holiday season you end up spending money as if it grows on trees. Then when January rolls around, you’re on a ramen noodle diet! It doesn’t have to be like this. I’m here to give you a couple quick tips on how to host an authentic and creative holiday party that’s well within budget. 

Check out these 7 ways to give back without spending a dime!

This year, once again for many underprivileged kids in the Cedar Rapids area, Santa will be wearing a badge and driving a police car. The Cedar Rapids Protective Police Charity is raising money for their annual Santa Cop program, where local officers will take kids shopping for warm winter clothes and perhaps a few toys as well.