Monthly Archives: April 2024

Understanding Total Compensation

2024-04-02T15:38:09+00:00April 2nd, 2024|

The value you get from your job is more than just your paycheck. Yes, your salary matters. But to truly assess your total compensation, you also need to consider things like bonuses, commissions, benefits, and other forms of cash and non-cash compensation. Total Compensation Your total compensation is the value of your salary plus all the extra

Spending Money

2024-04-02T15:33:59+00:00April 2nd, 2024|

When you earn income, you get to decide how you spend that money. What you spend money on won’t be the same as other people, because everyone has different spending habits. Learning when and what to spend money on is an important part of money management. Opportunity Cost Every purchase comes with a tradeoff. This

How Interest Works

2024-04-02T15:30:13+00:00April 2nd, 2024|

Money that grows without you having to do anything? Great for saving money, but can be dangerous when you’re borrowing. Isn’t it Interesting? Interest is money that's automatically added to a starting balance. It can be earned or owed. You can earn interest by keeping money in certain financial institution accounts, such as a savings account

Income and Expenses

2024-04-02T15:26:39+00:00April 2nd, 2024|

Income and expenses are two of the most fundamental aspects of a budget. Income To have a budget, you need income. Income is any money that you receive. The most common type of income is earnings from a job, but other forms of income include interest (such as from a savings account) and investment earnings. Depending on

The Cost of College Life

2024-04-02T15:21:35+00:00April 2nd, 2024|

Attending college is an excellent opportunity that comes with a hefty price tag. Beyond tuition, students face costs like textbooks, housing, and daily essentials. Let’s go over some of the most common college costs so that you or your student can be prepared when the time comes.. Starting Out Heading to college brings a new

Share Certificates & CDs

2024-04-02T15:15:20+00:00April 2nd, 2024|

A certificate of deposit or share certificate can be a great way to earn a high interest rate, but both require patience.The BasicsCertificates of Deposit (CDs) and share certificates are ways to earn more interest than you usually would in exchange for leaving your money in a financial institution. When you open either, you choose a length of

Making and Spending Money

2024-04-02T15:11:54+00:00April 2nd, 2024|

Making and spending money is a critical part of financial responsibility. Managing your money requires figuring out how much money you have coming in, and how you spend that money going out. The money coming in is your income, and the money going out is your expenses. You can compare your income with your expenses and make

Earning Income

2024-04-02T15:05:57+00:00April 2nd, 2024|

When you think about working, you probably think about making money. The money you make is called your income. Money you receive as a gift or allowance can be considered income, too. The amount of income you earn depends on the job and the mental or physical skills required. It’s also impacted by your experience

Lunchtime Dilemma: Go out or bring in?

2024-04-02T15:02:20+00:00April 2nd, 2024|

Packing a lunch or eating out is often a decision made out of habit or routine, rather than conscious choice. Considering the trade-offs and making a plan is the best way to ensure personal happiness and financial satisfaction.ConsiderationsTime CommitmentTo bring lunch in, someone needs to spend some time making it. If you’re lucky, your partner or

Planning for Expenses

2024-04-02T14:47:58+00:00April 1st, 2024|

Making and spending money is a big part of financial responsibility. Managing your money requires figuring out how much money you have coming in, and how you spend that money going out. You can compare your income with your expenses and make a plan on how to spend in the future. This plan is called

Taste of Jessamine set for May 10th

2024-04-01T19:42:24+00:00April 1st, 2024|

WILMORE, KY – First Southern National Bank invites the community to come and enjoy an evening of food, fun, and fellowship at the 26th Annual Taste of Jessamine on Friday, May 10 from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. The Taste of Jessamine is an annual event where attendees can sample dishes prepared by chefs and aspiring foodies

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