A backdoor Roth sounds shady. Is it legal, and if so could it help you build a better retirement?
Eliminate Sinking Feelings with Sinking Funds
Do you get a sinking feeling when big bills arrive? Use a sinking fund to conquer that feeling. Here's how.
What is Financial Coaching?
Ever wonder what it is like to work with a financial coach? This article helps you understand the role of a financial coach.
I Need to Budget. Now What?
You know you need to budget, but starting is tough. Here are some budgeting basics to get you going.
Examining Beliefs About Millionaires
Millionaires own private jets and live lives of luxury, right? Maybe not. Let's look at a true picture of the millionaire life. Perhaps it is within your reach.
I’m Deep In Debt. Now What?
You look at your pile of bills and sigh. Relief seems nowhere in sight. The hole gets bigger each month. Here is a plan to get out of debt.
Fresh Out of College…Now What?
You just worked your way through four (or more) years of school and have your first job. Now what? Here are 7 practical steps to put you on a solid financial path.
You Hit Your Goal! Now What?
You just accomplished a goal after a long journey. It may not feel like you thought it would. Now what?
Kids and Money
When you have kids it is important to teach them about money. Where it comes from (working for it), the value of it, and how to handle it. In this post, I'll give a quick rundown on how to start talking to your children about money. From an early age, a child will observe aContinue reading "Kids and Money"
Are You Living a Financial Groundhog Day?
Are you Living a Financial Groundhog Day? This article will help you escape the rut you find yourself in financially.
Unlock Your Financial Potential with Our Quick Assessment
It is the start of the year, which means it is time for self-assessment. What things do you want to change? How do you want to do things better this year? What kind of person do you want to become? No matter where you are in your financial journey, now is a great time toContinue reading "Unlock Your Financial Potential with Our Quick Assessment"
Gift Giving Hangover?
Try Something Different in 2025 When you find the perfect gift for someone you love, gift giving can be pure joy. When you are pressed for time to find gifts for all of your friends and extended family members out of obligation, it can be a real chore. No matter how your holiday season giftContinue reading "Gift Giving Hangover?"
Got Resolutions?
Are resolutions the best path to change?
Who is Holding Your Financial Safety Net?
Every weight lifter needs a spotter in case they can't quite manage that last rep. Every mountain climber needs a safety harness and ropes in case they lose their grip. And every consumer needs a safety net in case they run into hard times like a big medical expense or a job loss. Financial expertsContinue reading "Who is Holding Your Financial Safety Net?"
What’s Really In Your Wallet?
You have heard the phrase "with great power comes great responsibility." Consider the amazing power you carry with you every day. You carry a phone that can call anywhere in the world. That phone gives you instant access to a wealth of information on almost any topic on (or above) our planet. It is phenomenalContinue reading "What’s Really In Your Wallet?"
How I Saved $2,965 in 6 Hours
Savvy consumer tips can lead to significant savings. I offer six tips that saved me $2,965 over the past year. Taking control of your bills pays off!
Happy Financial Literacy Month!
It's April which means it is Financial Literacy Month! But you already knew that. We are in mid-month now and I know you have been busy decorating your house in the customary Financial Literacy Month (FLM) style. The US currency wreaths. The budget balloons. The "pin the debt on the consumer" game for the kids!Continue reading "Happy Financial Literacy Month!"
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