Donna Santore Associates

09/22/2026

Knowing how much money you have in the bank is just the start to early retirement planning.

Retiring early is a great idea if you can afford it. Unfortunately, few people plan for retirement a...

09/15/2026

Helpful tips for managing your budget.

Your purse or wallet can be more than just a place to pull your money out of so you can spend it. It...

09/08/2026

Do your walls need a little freshening up? Here's what you can do.

Did your toddler scribble on the walls? Or perhaps a year or two of wear and tear have your interior...

09/01/2026

Adding a dog to your family? Here are common expenses to know.

One of the biggest responsibilities a child—or a family—can take on is adopting a dog as a pet. Feed...

08/26/2026

08/25/2026

Starting an emergency fund can be difficult, but cutting your extraneous spending for just one month can make it easier.

Nearly half of Americans are living paycheck-to-paycheck, and 61 percent don’t have enough money to ...

08/18/2026

Ever have a conversation that ended badly, but you don't know why? Here are some tips on clear communication.

Whether it’s a big talk with the boss, a deep process with your partner or breaking some hard ...

08/11/2026

This report found that email reminders from your bank help credit card users cut spending by 2 percent.

No one wants to be reminded by their bank that using a credit card too much is a bad idea. It’s a ru...

08/04/2026

Do you pay your credit card bill in full each month? If not, you could be throwing away cash-back bonuses.

A cash-back credit card can result in 5 percent or more back on your purchases, essentially giving y...

07/28/2026

Found some inconsistencies in your credit report? Here's what you should do.

If you’ve checked your credit reports lately for errors, congratulations! That’s a smart first step ...