No Shame in this Money Game Rockland Trust

In this Mini Money Minute, I interrupt our regularly scheduled programming to talk to a detective who works in the crimes unit of a local police station about some prevalent scams that are swindling thousands of dollars from some of our most vulnerable citizens. Listen and share with your neighbors and loved ones to stop this recent cycle of scams infiltrating our communities.

In this Mini Money Minute, I speak to an expert who shares some tips on how to navigate not just the FAFSA's (Free Application for Student Aid) recent changes but the tough conversations that go along with managing the cost of college. And though I usually reserve singing about money to audiences of school children, the recent changes in the FAFSA inspired me to write a song about it so keep listening to the end!

"Loud Budgeting" is a new, trendy term to describe unabashedly vocalizing your financial choices with friends and family members. I'm all for talking about money but do I have to shout? Listen to this mini money minute to find out!

With all the bills you are likely paying after the holidays, adding another one might not seem like the brightest idea. But what if THIS bill was all about paying yourself? What if THIS bill didn’t stress you out but made you excited? In this Mini Money Minute, we talk about a bill that is so important, even your future self will thank you!

Questions, comments, feedback or suggestions for our future podcasts? Email your host, Julie Beckham, at Julie.Beckham@RocklandTrust.com and be sure to download, subscribe, rate and review the No Shame in this Money Game podcast wherever you find your podcasts.

Kindness is not usually a topic that comes to mind when talking about money but maybe it should be! What if there were a return on investment for incorporating a little kindness in your day? In this Mini Money Minute we talk about the ROI on kindness - the gift that just might give you something in return.

October can be a spooky month for your finances. The pressure to spend money, get the most Instagram worthy photos picking apples (all while “living your best life”) is real. But don't be scared - you are NOT alone. Check out this Mini Money Minute for some spending and saving advice that may work faster than you can say BOO!