Credit Score
02/12/2025

Credit Files: What Do They Really Tell?

When applying for credit, such as a mortgage, individuals may encounter an unpleasant surprise: a credit report showing seriously delinquent bills. Most people don’t think twice about the heaps of financial paperwork and personal history stored by consumer reporting agencies until they face an unexpected denial on a credit card or auto loan ap...

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01/06/2025

Understanding Interest Rates and Your Financial Situation

When discussing bank accounts, investments, loans, and mortgages, it is important to understand the concept of interest rates. Interest is the price you pay for the temporary use of someone else’s funds; an interest rate is the percentage of a borrowed amount that is attributable to interest.

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Life Academy Podcast Storytelling
12/09/2024

Unlocking the Power of Personal Storytelling with Caleb Breakey

Have you ever considered the power of your personal story? Every person has a unique legacy—experiences, lessons, and values that shape who they are and can inspire future generations. But capturing that story in a way that resonates with others can be challenging.

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Life Academy Holiday Spending
11/12/2024

Tips to Control Frenzied Holiday Spending

If advertisements and commercials are beginning to feature scenes of happy families, clad in brightly colored sweaters, gathered by a fire, surrounded by an assortment of presents, then the countdown to the holidays has begun.

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10/30/2024

Thriving in Transition: Navigating Change with Confidence

Change is a constant in life, and how we respond to it can significantly impact our personal and professional journeys. In our podcast, Thriving in Transition, we explore the vital strategies and mindsets that can help you not just survive but truly thrive during these pivotal moments.

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Bridging Generation Gap
09/26/2024

Bridging the Generation Gap in the Workplace – Part 1 & 2

Understanding and navigating the generation gap in the workplace is essential for enhancing both communication and productivity. As organizations become increasingly diverse, bridging the divide between different age groups can significantly impact overall team dynamics and effectiveness.

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08/28/2024

5 Practical Steps for Building an Emergency Fund

In today’s unpredictable world, having an emergency fund is not just a financial recommendation –...

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Travel – Announcement
07/16/2024

Our Latest Guide to International Travel

As the summer months approach and travel season kicks into high gear, it's essential to brush up on some important tips and tricks to ensure a safe and memorable journey.

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Inflation – Announcement
07/11/2024

Inflation

In our latest TFO Life Academy video, we take a closer look at the concept of inflation – what it is, how it works and fluctuates, how it drives our economy, and how it impacts our daily spending ability.

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09/08/2023

Career Day – Equestrian

Lizzie Schmidt, an equestrian turned entrepreneur. As a young girl she always loved horses. She will tell us how she pursued a hobby that was a passion and turned it into a successful career and enterprising business.

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08/16/2023

TFO Life Academy Proud to Launch Its Newest Learning Initiative: RightTrak

Today, TFO Life Academy is proud to introduce the launch of its newest learning initiative for our client families – RightTrak. RightTrak is a fully digital financial education program designed to teach our client families’ high school students, college students, and young adults the fundamental foundations of managing, growing, protecting, ...

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