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Make your dream of home ownership a reality By Melinda Golde Senior Vice President and Director of Mortgage Banking Division Stock Yards Bank Buying a home can be an intimidating experience, whether it’s your first purchase or you’ve been through the process multiple times. I’ve spent more than 25 years with Stock Yards Bank, most of those …

Fall begins the busiest time of the year for many of us as we enter the blur that is the upcoming holiday season.  This can be stressful, but planning ahead will allow for more time to focus on what’s most important – time with your loved ones.Don’t miss these budgeting tips to plan ahead and save for the holidays.Establish a target and work …

So you're thinking about buying a home? That's great. You may have even received lots of helpful advice from friends and family members about what you should do. That's great, too. But while getting guidance on what you can do to make the process easier is important, it's equally important to understand what not to do. Here are 7 home buying …

Let's face it, it's expensive out there. The cost of groceries, gas, utilities, rent and so many other things has risen sharply over the past year. And now more than ever before, you may be thinking that it's time for a big raise. Your company, however, may see things a little differently. Don't worry, though, because there are some steps you …

In relationships, communication is key. That's especially true when it comes to one of the biggest challenges for couples – managing money. For many, money is a taboo subject, which is probably why it's among the leading causes of divorce. Couples that successfully manage money together take some important steps, which may …