July Tips: Keep Your Budget on Track This Summer

Summer is a time to unwind but it can also bring extra expenses like travel, celebrations and back-to-school prep. This month we’re sharing tips on how to manage spending, avoid unnecessary debt and keep your financial goals on track.

Key Dates

  • July 4: Independence Day (markets closed)
  • July 15: National Savings Day

National Savings Day is a reminder to pause and think about how you’re building financial security. Whether you’re saving for emergencies, retirement or a big purchase, even small steps can add up over time.

Looking for a way to celebrate?

  • Set up or increase your automatic savings
  • Review your budget and cut one unnecessary expense
  • Check in on your emergency fund or long-term goals

If you want help reviewing your savings strategy, let’s connect.

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One way to find money is to examine your current spending habits and eliminate money wasters

There’s a lot in the news right now, from inflation reports to global unrest. While these can cause short-term market swings, they don’t always point to long-term changes.

I’m keeping an eye on current trends and will reach out if your plan needs adjusting.

Below is a snapshot of how key indices have performed over the past year. Remember, past performance is not indicative of future performance.

*As a reminder, past performance on any investments or the stock market are not indicative of future performance. 

S&P 500 GSPC chart for 2025
Exchange market chart

If you have questions, reach out anytime. I’m here to help.

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