During the month of December we’re bombarded with commercials, emails, and endless posts that advertise the joy of giving to others. The perfect smile on your boyfriend’s face when he opens that new watch or shoebox. The excitement in the eyes of your nephew when he...
As the holiday season quickly approaches, many of us can feel an overwhelming sense of financial stress. While we want to feel gratitude and joy in the giving season, it’s just as likely you’re feeling worry and fear around your finances as the end of year closes in. From...
From scary clowns to haunted houses and things that go bump in the night, Halloween brings to light some of our deepest fears. While you curl up on the couch watching ghosts and ghouls this spooky season, consider facing fears of a different variety. Money can be a scary subject to...
Why does it always feel like money is such a struggle? Whether it’s an unexpected bill that just popped up or an emergency that you never saw coming. Or maybe it’s a more guilty pleasure, like late night online shopping when you know you should be saving. It can feel like...
Financial Independence
Financial independence (FI) is the status of having enough income to pay one's living expenses for the rest of one's life without having to be employed or dependent on others. A lot of people focus on the number you need in order to...
What do you dream about doing if money wasn’t a factor? Would you buy your dream home? Take the vacation of a lifetime with family or friends? Start your own business? Or just work less? Dreams are the best place to start when you’re making your financial plan and...
When was the last time you looked at your bank account balance and smiled? More likely, the last time you looked at your bank account or budget, you felt stress, anxiety, and maybe even fear.
Money brings out intense emotions, but they shouldn’t have to be...
This audio blog talks about the No-Budget Budget and how to make this budget work for you!
Most people hear the word “budget” and instantly cringe. Budgeting usually feels restrictive, like it will keep you from having any fun or buying things you really want. In reality, a budget is neither good nor bad. It’s simply a tool you use to make sure your...
Scroll through social media or turn on the TV and you’ll find yourself faced with pictures of gourmet dinner dates, perfect destination vacations, and countless designer brand products. FOMO is real, and that fear of missing out on life is at the root of a lot of financial...
Values are things that you believe are important in the way you live and work. They should drive our priorities. This audio blog talks about the money message my mom instilled in me about cars..."cash only" and how this has been instrumental and funnily played out in my...
Money can bring out all kinds of emotions, especially when tied to big ideas like what you want to do with your life. There’s a widely accepted idea that going to college and getting a four-year degree is the best way to a successful career or financial future.
In...
