Melissa A. Wicks, Country Financial

12/16/2013

As 2014 approaches, it’s a good time to start planning your finances for the new year. Here are some tips to help you get on the right track.

Follow these six steps to make 2014 a more financially secure year...

11/27/2013

Happy Thanksgiving to all of you! I'm thankful for your continued business and friendship! Have a great Holiday!

11/25/2013

What’s your favorite holiday tradition? Mine’s getting up early to prepare and stuff the turkey. My Dad taught me how to cook a turkey. I remember just he and I up early and me watching how he made the stuffing, filled the turkey with dressing then trussed it up. Our turkeys were always delicious and I'm happy to say mine still are today!

11/22/2013

Confused about home insurance? Watch this video to learn what you need to know about protecting your home. http://cfin.us/1abiAJv

11/18/2013

The holidays are a time full of wishes. Your kids are wishing for presents, and you’re wishing for $$$ to pay for it all! Here are some ways to save during the holiday season.

I have a confession: I break out in a cold sweat when I see holiday decorations in stores before my kids have settled on Halloween costumes.

09/20/2013

93% of Americans say life insurance is something most people need, yet only 41% own a policy they purchased themselves. Find out what you need to know: http://cfin.us/17Q5eyr

09/10/2013

09/09/2013

57% of renters don't have renters insurance! Did you know that your landlord’s policy will not cover your belongings?

09/04/2013

So good at designing your dream home, they made two of them! It’s Jonathan Scott & Drew Scott, the Property Brothers, and we’re bringing them to Chicago, Portland, Minneapolis and Atlanta this fall. You could meet them. Enter daily until 10/15 to win tickets! http://countryfinancialsites.com/corporateFacebook/propertyBrothers/?agentNum=22349

08/13/2013

The road to retirement is a long one. See if your savings are on track with one of these retirement calculators.

Are your retirement savings on track? It’s a hard question to answer. Sure, you’re contributing to your 401(k) and maybe have plenty of savings. But, are you saving enough to hit your retirement goal? Do you have a retirement goal?

08/07/2013

It’s hard work saving for and researching your new car. Here’s your reward, up to 10% off your auto insurance for your new model year vehicle with our New Vehicle Discount. Learn more: www.countryfinancial.com/melissawicks