How To Set SMART Financial Goals For Success
Let me level with you: most of us were never taught how to set real financial goals. I’ve worked with women who felt like they were doing all the “right” things with money, yet still felt lost or frustrated. So if you’ve ever felt that way, you’re not alone, and there’s a better way. Money […]
Sinking Funds Made Simple: What They Are, Why They Work, How to Use Them
Imagine this: a coworker texts you from the repair shop, heart racing, because her car needs $780 she hadn’t planned for. Two weeks later, holiday gifts hit, then school photos, then the dog’s meds. Sound familiar? That pileup steals focus, sleep, and your hard-earned momentum. Here’s the fix you can actually stick with: a sinking […]
How to Stop Falling Behind Financially and Catch Up Fast
Many people realize later in life that they are falling behind financially and lack a savings plan, feeling the pressure of financial uncertainty. Is this you? Without a clear strategy, financial anxiety can take over, leaving you stressed and unprepared for unexpected expenses and future goals. This uncertainty can make long-term stability seem out of […]
2023: The Year of Achieving Your Goals and Finding Success
Do you have big or small goals that you want to achieve in 2023? Whether you want to improve your health or your finances, setting and working towards goals can be a powerful way to make positive changes in your life. Put Your Money to Work for You If you’re reading this and feel like […]
How To Behave In A Bear Market
The stock market is plummeting! What do I do? The best thing to do in a bear market is to stand still. Don’t stand still literally. But figuratively, you don’t want to make sudden or unexpected moves. You want to keep the strategy you have in place. Why? Because the stock market plummeting is not […]
How to recession-proof your life in 6 steps
Recessions are a natural part of our economy. They are generally unpleasant but if you’re prepared, you can ride it out. However, if you’re not ready, you can REALLY feel the pain. So it is essential to establish habits now to recession-proof your life to ride out the current one and the ones to come. […]
5 Essential ETFs to have in your portfolio
What are ETFs? Before deciding what ETFs to have, you should have an understanding of what they are. An ETF is an exchange-traded fund. This is a collection of all types of investments that are packaged together for sale on the stock market. An ETF allows you to invest in an industry without having to […]
How to Choose the Right Size Home for Your Budget
How much can you afford to spend on a home? That is the question that most people ask themselves when they are thinking about buying a home. It’s important to find the right size home for your budget. You don’t want to be house poor and struggle to make your mortgage payment every month. In […]
Is Financial Literacy Important? Be Confident With Your Money
Financial literacy helps you to make the most of the money you have. It has been referred to as “the great equalizer”. How so? Think about how rich people go broke. It’s a lack of financial literacy. A broke person who builds wealth gained financial literacy somewhere along the way. Hence, how financial literacy can […]
What You Should Know About Your EOB (Explanation of Benefits)
If you are insured, regardless of the company providing you with health insurance, you should be receiving an explanation of benefits (EOB) EVERY time you use your insurance. This is an important document to review when paying your medical bills. Here’s why. What is an Explanation of Benefits? Your explanation of benefits tells you how […]
