GB Bulletin: 5 Money Lessons My Mom Taught Me

Photo by Zoe Shaeffer from Unsplash It goes without saying that we learn so much from our moms and from the many other influential people in our lives. Sometimes, we learn just by observing. Other times, their lessons are more direct. Either way, we’re grateful for every bit of wisdom that they’ve passed down to … Read more

GB Bulletin: Vacations might be different…

Photo by Simon Migaj from Unsplash …but it’s still worth saving. Vacation is a state of mind. And even though vacations might not look the way they did prior to 2020, it’s important to start saving now for whatever plans you might have this summer. Whether you’re planning for  a staycation at home or heading … Read more

GB Bulletin: 2020 Taxes: Stimulus check? Jobless benefits? Here’s what to know.

Photo by Natayiya Vaitkebich on Pexels Filing taxes can be confusing, and this year probably won’t be any different. If you received a stimulus check or unemployment benefits in 2020, here’s what you should know about filing your 2020 taxes.  Your tax season inspiration all in one place:  RESOURCE: Preparing your taxes? Reports and tags … Read more

3 Tips to Make Filing Taxes Easier

If you live in the US, then you might know that this is the time of year when we start getting copious amounts of tax-related mail (both physical and electronic). It’s also that time of year when we shove that tax-related mail in a closet (or leave it unread in our email inbox), forget about … Read more

GB Bulletin: Budgeting is like Tending a Garden

Photo by Neslihan Gundaydin on Unsplash How are you tending to your budget this season?  Budgeting is like caring for a garden. Both require care and attention, and both only give back what we put in. But sometimes, it’s not clear how to get started.  If you’re planning to tend to your budget this season, … Read more

GB Bulletin: She Overpaid on a Shared Bill

Photo by Karolina Grabowski on Pexels Here’s what she learned The good news about budgeting is that we don’t have to get it exactly right the first time. And when it comes to sharing money with friends or family, we can expect that things might get a little complicated. Hear Karisa share about how she … Read more