Why is it important to start looking for savings plans for college as early as possible? Achieving a big financial goal can seem less overwhelming when you put steps in place to reach it little by...

Why might you need a personal financial checklist? Spring is a season of renewal and many use this time to send out the old and welcome the new. Though “spring cleaning” usually involves cleaning the house,...

Many people, places and organizations are part of our lives. A scholarship to your dream school, a church that gave you the values you hold dear, an organization fighting a cancer that affected your family —...

We all have the best intentions when it comes to planning ahead, but sometimes saving for retirement sneaks up on you. If you’re starting retirement savings at 40, no worries; follow these steps to start making...

Thinking about retirement early in your career can pay off in the long run. When you plan for retirement in your 20s, you have the chance of saving more, building more interest and possibly even retiring...

Keeping your personal records private is crucial to protecting your assets. However, there are cases where your family might also need to access that information. With a free personal records organizer from WoodmenLife, the Planning for...

Librarian and food columnist Amy Fischer has an article about cleaning and debearding fresh mussels to thank for her latest endeavor as a food writer. It appeared in her local newspaper, and she got to thinking...

Seventeen-year-old senior Kaitlyn Macon of Sanford, NC, made history as one of the first girls in the nation to become an Eagle Scout. For her Eagle Project, Kaitlyn gave her neighbors a special gift. She led...

When 19-year-old member JoeBlake Anderson leaped out of his car with a medical kit in his hand, he wasn't thinking about being a hero or saving a life. In fact, he doesn't remember thinking much at...

If you’re getting ready to welcome your first little one, or just thinking about it, learning how to prepare for a baby financially is an important first step. So what are your goals for your family? What...