Finance

Kickstart Your 2025 Savings with the 52 Weeks Money Challenge

As we move into the new year, many people look for better ways to manage their finances. A fun and easy way to kickstart...

Teaching Teens about Taxes

Taxes may not be the most exciting topic, but teaching your teens about taxes can empower them to understand how their money is spent...

Thanksgiving Hosting on a Budget

Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends, and, of course, delicious food. But if you’ve ever hosted, you know the costs add up quickly....

Money-Saving Costume Tips for Halloween

As a mom of two, I know firsthand the joy of seeing my children excited for Halloween, and the challenge of balancing their excitement...

First Checking Account Considerations

When helping your teen open their first checking account, it’s always important to consider features, requirements, and benefits of the account especially when they’re...

How to Save Money for a Down Payment on a House

Watching the housing market can feel like a roller coaster ride, with ups and downs, twists and turns. But let's simplify it. The first...

Moving on a Budget: Smart Strategies for a Stress-Free Transition

When school’s out for the summer, families often tackle the big projects that are complicated to complete during the school year, like renovations, vacations,...

10 Tips to Keep Grocery Store Spending in Check

With inflation, it’s getting tougher to feed a family on a budget – especially a family with dietary restrictions as words like gluten, dairy,...

Save Money this Summer with an Allowance

If you are looking for a way to save money this summer while teaching your kids an important life skill, consider a weekly allowance. An...

How to Afford Private School on a Budget

Education is a topic of great importance nationwide, and here in Arizona, the landscape of educational choices is constantly expanding. Families navigate a variety...

Budgeting for Baby

Financial Tips for Expecting Parents There’s a lot to consider as you prepare to expand your family, but one of the most important considerations is...

Creative Ways to Spend Less this Holiday Season

By Rachel Caballero, Community Development Manager, TruWest Credit Union The holiday season is for creating magic, joy, and memorable moments with loved ones. It can...

How to Throw a Birthday Party that Won’t Break the Bank

I remember the days when birthday parties consisted of colorful balloons, streamers, a simple cake, and the classics like musical chairs and tag with...

Why You Should Create a Will

By Leia M. Dingott August is National “Make A Will” month and if you've been thinking about creating an estate plan, but still haven't checked...

Saving for a Family Vacation

Get the whole family involved in planning for summer fun For most kids, summer means a break from the mundane school-year routine, endless days of...

Summer Financial Planning Tips for Families

By Silver Lining Wealth Advisors The summer can bring fun opportunities for you and your family, but all the fun can sometimes be accompanied by...

PARTY ARTICLES

Time to Paw-ty

Celebrating your favorite furry friend Call me crazy, but when my husband and I adopted our first dog together, we threw her a birthday party complete with cake, streamers, guests, appetizers, games, and more. Was...

Unique Ways to Host a Joint Birthday Party

My brother and I have birthdays that are just one day apart—his on March 3rd, mine on March 4th, and our oldest brother just a few weeks later on March 21st. Fast forward 31 years...

Out-of-the-box Birthday Party Ideas in Phoenix & Tucson

Wanting to do something a little extra special for your child’s next birthday party? Maybe it’s a milestone birthday—like turning double digits or entering the teen years. Or perhaps your child has requested to...

Birthday Traditions & Clever Theme Ideas

Childhood birthdays are unlike any others. I have fond memories of waking up on my birthday morning anticipating all the fun that was in store. With three kids who had birthdays all in the same...

Out-of-the Box Birthday Party Ideas

Wanting to do something a little extra special for your child’s next birthday party? Maybe it’s a milestone birthday—like turning double digits or entering the teen years. Or perhaps your child has requested to...

Party Etiquette

Whether you’re hosting a party or attending one, you may be wondering—do people really RSVP anymore? What about goodie bags, are those still a thing? Do I need to stay with my child at...

How to Throw a Birthday Party that Won’t Break the Bank

I remember the days when birthday parties consisted of colorful balloons, streamers, a simple cake, and the classics like musical chairs and tag with a few friends. Times have changed and suddenly it feels necessary...

How to do a drive-by birthday party

As we get deeper into quarantine, people have gotten creative with birthday celebrations. One result: the drive-by birthday party.

Home pool party? Hire a lifeguard!

Drowning happens silently and quickly. That’s why children are at risk even when — and sometimes especially when — adults are nearby. Even a "designated pool watcher" can avert his or her eyes for a...

Hiking birthday party

For a child who loves adventure and outdoors, turn a hike into a birthday party.
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Bike race birthday party

When there are lots of neighborhood friends who love to ride their bikes together, host a birthday party that feels like an official bike race.

Island birthday party

Pool parties are popular in Arizona. Make a stylish upgrade at your next birthday party by incorporating décor and details that will transport guests from the desert to a tropical island paradise.

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