One of the biggest adulting moves you can make? Working on your money. From budgeting to investing, financial planning is a holistic effort you can use to make your long-term goals a reality. But there’s one part of financial planning that’s often overlooked: credit scores. Credit scores can make or break your financial goals. Years... Continue Reading →
6 Costs You’ll Need to Cover in Retirement
Do you sit in a cubicle dreaming of retirement? Are there a host of hobbies just waiting for you to hit that sweet 65 mark? If so, you’re not alone. Most people hope to retire from working at some point to travel, spend more time with family and friends, or even just relax. Whatever your... Continue Reading →
Where Should You Keep Your Emergency Fund?
You’ve done the hard part and built a budget, stuck to the plan, and amassed some savings – now what? Choosing where to store your emergency fund is a toughie. Does it belong in your checking account? Behind that pizza in the freezer? Should you just spend it and let your worries melt away? (That last... Continue Reading →
How to Manage Your Money Like a Boss
So you want to manage your money, but you’re not exactly sure where to start – or even what the term “money management” includes. Whether you’re taking the first steps in money management or are already well on your way, we’ve got you covered with the strategies and tools you need to take your finances... Continue Reading →
Homeownership 101: When Is the Right Time to Buy a House?
The 1950s dream of white-picket fences and suburban idyllicism might be long gone, but the goal of homeownership is still alive and well in America. In fact, one recent study showed that more than 80% of millennials wish to own at least one home in their lifetime. A house gives you the opportunity to create... Continue Reading →
6 Ways to Build More Wiggle Room into Your Budget
Here at Lasso, we love featuring financial advisors who are really helping people make sense of their finances, and this week’s article is no different. This piece was co-authored along with Michael Dunne of Cereus Financial Advisors. Looking for a little extra cash? Considering selling a kidney on the black market? We get it –... Continue Reading →
4 Keys of Successful Retirement Plans
Here at Lasso, we love featuring financial advisors who really get it, and this week’s article is no different. This piece was contributed by Ian Weiner of Simply Retire. Long-term retirement planning is like doing a puzzle – but not the kind where you start with the border and then start building the picture one... Continue Reading →
New Report Shows Buying a Home Isn’t Getting any Easier
The National Association of Realtors, or NAR, recently released a report entitled “The ‘Double Trouble’ of the Housing Market” detailing the obstacles would-be homeowners are experiencing as we move forward into 2022. The report takes a look at not only the biggest issues facing home shoppers, like prices and inventory, but also which demographics are... Continue Reading →
How to Build a Plan in Lasso to Pay Off Your Debt
What’s one word no one likes to hear? Debt. But for most millennials, escaping debt feels like a fantasy. In fact, the average amount owed for a person aged 25 to 40 is $87,448 - and that number grew 11.5% just from 2019 to 2020. Student loans are the primary cause of debt for that... Continue Reading →
How to Build a Plan to Save for Your First House
With 91% of Americans hoping to buy at least one home in their lifetime, chances are you’ve spent some time checking out the housing market in your area. And there are plenty of good reasons for house-hunting, whether you want to make an investment, have more space, or just take the next step in your... Continue Reading →