What does self-care mean to you? I was asked this recently in an interview and I had to pause for a second. I’ve always been someone…
5 Things to do if you are Suddenly Unemployed
Social distancing is great for minimizing the spread of the Coronavirus. It is also crushing small businesses. This week I’ve heard from several people who are…
Coronavirus, You and Your Money
The activity in the stock market this week has been normal. Yup, you read that correctly. This is normal – uncommon for sure, but normal. Don’t…
How to Become Financially Independent
In honor of Independence Day I want to discuss my big dream – financial independence. Most of us depend on someone when it comes to money…
How to Say No to a Wedding Invitation
Saying no is hard to do. Luckily, I’m not talking about proposals today. Instead I want to cover how to say no to a wedding invitation…
My Latest “Waste of Money”
We love to judge how other people spend their money. One of the biggest hesitations people have about talking to a Financial Planner is that they…
3 Things to Consider When Buying a Home
Growing up, there was one thing I always dreamed about doing – buying a home. For the first few years of my life I lived in…
Why Everyone Needs an Emergency Fund
Everyone needs an emergency fund. An emergency fund is money that is set aside specifically to cover unexpected events. This money is meant to keep you…
Three Ways to Spend Less This Holiday Season
I know, I know….it seems early to be talking about holiday shopping. However, retailers are chomping at the bit to get the season started. We need…