Category: Budgeting

How-to-Guide: Cash, Credit, and Debit – How Should I Pay?

How to Use AI as a Smart Tool for Your Financial Planning Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming more common in our daily lives—from personalized playlists to voice assistants. But did you know it can also help you take control of your financial future? At CSE, we believe in giving you the tools to make informed, empowered decisions. That’s

  Understanding Buy Now, Pay Later Services What You Need to Know Before You Click “Pay Later” Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) services are popping up everywhere — from online shopping carts to your favorite clothing apps. They promise a simple solution: break up your purchase into smaller payments, often with “no interest”...

  A Parent’s Guide to Teaching Finances to Gen Alpha As parents, we want to equip our children with the skills they need to succeed in life, and financial education is one of the most important lessons we can pass down. But for Gen Alpha — kids born between 2010 and 2025 — the way they learn is already drastically different...

  How-to-Guide on How Money Management Accounts Works 1. What Is a Money Management Account? A money management account (MMA) is a type of bank account that lets you save money while earning a bit more interest (or dividends) than a regular savings account. It’s a good place to put money you want to keep safe and grow, but still...

    The True Cost of Holiday Spending The holiday season is a magical time, but along with the festivities comes a lot of pressure to buy gifts, host parties, and splurge on holiday traditions. For many, this means pulling out the credit card and racking up debt, or even applying for a holiday loan all in the name of showing love...

  How to Avoid Impulse & Emotional Shopping Impulse and emotional shopping can wreak havoc on your finances, leaving you with regret and unnecessary expenses. CSE is dedicated to helping you make smarter financial choices, and in this article we’re focusing on how to control those impulses that might lead to overspending. Shopping can...

  Helping Your Elderly Parents Manage Their Money As our parents age, there may become a time when managing their money becomes a difficult task for them. If you’re the designated helper when it comes to their money, here are ten tips on how you can help ensure they remain secure and comfortable. #1 OPEN COMMUNICATION Starting...

  How to Create a Financial Wellness Checklist If you’re in a place where you aren’t happy with your current finances, making a financial checklist might be a good next step to get out of your money slump. Struggling financially can lead to anxiety, stress, and overall health issues (mental, emotional, and sometimes even...

  Meal Prepping for the Back-to-School Season: Save Time and Keep More Money in Your Pocket The back-to-school season always approaches quicker than we think. The hustle and bustle of getting back into the routine of earlier mornings, after-school events, and homework can make meal planning seem like the last thing you want to do. However,...