Money

Financial stress during the holidays

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) – It’s the most wonderful time of the year and it is also the most stressful for some people financially.  Keeping a budget can be hard especially during the holidays with gifts and traveling. Michele Josey is local financial coach with Mogul Beginnings, she says the biggest mistake made is people do not keep track of how…

Watch: Back to School Savings Tips

CNN- Mary Maloney has tips to save when shopping for back to school. Look for sales, online deals, use coupons and take advantage of tax free weekends. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Back to School, Money

Watch: Helping Orlando Victims

Orlando, FL. (WOLO) — Since the tragedy that claimed 49 lives and injured 53 more has touched an entire nation. Many asking what they can do to help. Click here to find out how you can give to those who’ve already had so much taken from them.   Categories: News Tags: go fund, help, Money, Orlando

City to Host Financial Education Series

COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)- -Get ready to tackle your budget with some help from the City of Columbia. The Community Development team will host a Financial Education Series : How to Enjoy Your Summer FUNds Organizers say attendees will learn how to enjoy your summer without breaking the bank by easy techniques. Also included in the Financial series, participants will learn…

Budget Proposal Includes Flood Relief for Farmers, Tax Cuts

COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — A $7.5 billion budget proposal heading to the House floor provides $40 million to flood-devastated farmers, cuts income taxes by $130 million and designates $250 million for road projects. The Ways and Means Committee on Thursday approved its spending plan for the fiscal year starting July 1. The plan also includes an additional $375 million for…