Say No to Financial Stress This Summer! | First Volunteer Bank

When the kids are out for the summer, all sorts of extra expenses crop up. That means the summer months have the potential to bring financial stress on many families.

But our team at First Volunteer Bank wants you to sit back and truly enjoy the summer without worrying about money. There are plenty of low-cost (or even no cost) activities during the summer months—and your family can still have plenty of fun!

Summer Fun Without the Money Stress

Babysitters, summer camps, oh my! The costs of a summer break can really start to add up if parents aren’t careful.

Fortunately, if you take a moment to breathe, you might find that you are able to provide your kids with an amazingly fun summer break without having to dive into your savings account or stretch your budget to do so.

First, check online to see what free or discounted local activities are happening in and around Chattanooga. Believe it or not, you are definitely not the only parent worrying about finances and school being out for the summer.

Instead of stressing, use the tools that other parents in the Chattanooga area have thought of when it comes to providing their children with summer fun on a budget!

Second, try to plan a trip to the local watering hole every so often, when your schedule allows. Even the Coolidge Park Fountain is a fun place for the kids to go and have some free fun on a sunny day! Plus, you can bring a picnic and a frisbee and make a fun day out of it.

Finally, use the summer nights as an opportunity to head outdoors and grill! Grilling is a healthy method of cooking that brings out new and delicious flavors—pop your favorite meat, veggies and even fruits on the grill for a yummy dinner. Being outside will also give you a chance to enjoy the summer days as a family.

Visit the First Volunteer Bank website today to learn how we can start helping you put more money back for a rainy day!