Attention soon-to-be college graduates—before you head out into the corporate world, St. Johns Bank knows you might want to travel a bit. But how? Making Travel Affordable Before you think this idea to travel is crazy (and unaffordable), here are some ways to make this very possible. First, consider moving home for a little while after college. This helps you save on food and rent, even if your parents charge you a little. Read on →

It may be the start of spring, but at St. Johns Bank, we want to help you be financially better off this summer, starting now! Summer Fun No one wants to spend the summer cooped up inside all the time with nothing to do. At the same time, who has enough money to just do whatever you want every day of summer? Chances are, no one. But there’s an easy solution. Read on →

February is American Heart Month. When you think about your heart health, you probably immediately think of eating healthy and exercising. But there’s one aspect you’re missing—money. When you stress about money, your heart stresses right with you. Therefore, it’s important to combat financial stress to keep your heart healthy for years to come. Overcome Financial Stress First, identify where your financial stress is coming from. Is it that you don’t have money set aside in case an emergency occurs? Read on →

As you’re working through filing your taxes, you’re probably dreaming of everything you want to do with your refund money, like take a vacation or buy a new car. But what do you think would be the wisest investment for your tax refund? Money, Money, Money—Mooooney! Before you go spending your entire tax refund check, hold your horses. There may be a better (and wiser) way to use your refund. Read on →

Sure, you might be on the right track now. But come March, will you be able to say you’re still on the path to achieve your resolutions? Use these tips to help keep you on track for your financial goals. Stay Strong in Your Finances Don’t make 2017 like every other year. Instead of making resolutions just to break them, set your sights on the prize, which is a better financial future. Read on →

Today is a new day! Don’t live in the financial past. Even if you’re still dealing with the financial consequences of 2016, you can make 2017 a better financial year. All it takes is some hard work and help from us! Work With What You Have Being financially successful doesn’t mean you have to make six figures and barely spend any money each month. Truth is, you can set your life up for financial success without having to cut back fully on your spending habits—and you don’t need to make a million dollars to do it. Read on →

While you’re busy finishing up your holiday gift-buying list, you may be forgetting one very important person—yourself! Give Yourself a Financial Gift Are you tired of seeing all your money going out the window this December? Start putting your money back in your pocket come January by giving yourself some well-deserved financial presents in the new year. First, start saving for your retirement. One day, you’ll want to leave the workforce and possibly travel the world or move closer to family. Read on →

It never seems to fail. As much as we try to save or purchase gifts early in order to avoid the financial stress of the holidays, overspending (or putting ourselves in a financial bind) seems to always rear its ugly head. Fortunately, there are ways to earn more cash for the holidays! Make Some Extra Income This Christmas Keep yourself out of a financial bind this holiday season by staying ahead with these tips. Read on →

Every January, Americans begin a new year with new goals set in their mind. Make more money. Lose weight. Get out of debt. And so on. Why wait until January to begin taking action on these resolutions? Instead, start getting your mindset ready now with these tips! Set Your Sights High Who out there wishes there truly was a “get rich” scheme? We all do. Unfortunately, that isn’t how life works. Read on →

With the holidays fast approaching, many might not realize how quickly tax season will be here! Therefore, while you’re preparing for the holiday season, make sure to take the time to prepare for the tax season, too! Walking in a Taxing Wonderland The process of filing taxes is—well—taxing to say the least. Fortunately, a little preparation can go a long way in keeping your sanity come tax season. Try to start taking small steps now so that you can tackle tax season like a boss come 2017. Read on →