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How Do I Know If I’m (Financially) Ready for Early Retirement?
Are you nearing retirement and want to get a better understanding of whether you are financially ready? Let’s talk about a process for figuring that out. Know Your (Net) Worth
How Can I Save Money On Taxes in Retirement?
When you think of taxes, what comes to mind? It’s probably a once-per-year scramble to get all of your paperwork to submit to the IRS. But taxes are so much
Setting Micro (Financial) Goals At The Start of the Year
Happy 2023! The first quarter of the year is an excellent time to slow down and reconnect or reevaluate your financial goals. The whirlwind of the holidays has slowed, and
How to Maintain an Abundance Mindset
Do you have an abundance mindset when it comes to your financial life? Having an abundance mindset means that, in general, you believe that: At the end of the year,
Determining Your Risk Tolerance
All investments fluctuate over time, whether you invest in stocks, bonds, commodities, mutual funds, or ETFs. Usually, the changes are small from day to day. But sometimes, these fluctuations are
The Psychology of Financial Planning – Explained
Personal financial planning isn’t just about math and spreadsheets. Understanding your own financial psychology can help you manage money behaviors and bring you even greater satisfaction. What is Financial Psychology?
What Should You Do When The Market Fluctuates?
The market has yo-yo’d significantly over the past two years throughout the pandemic. Now that the country has largely recovered, it may feel like we’re “out of the woods”. Still,
How To Review Your Employee Benefits
When you think about the compensation you receive from your employer, your salary is probably the first thing that comes to mind. But your employee benefits can often make up
5 Steps to Evaluating Your Estate Plan (Once It’s Already Been Created)
An estate plan should be a part of every complete financial strategy. Without one, you will leave your family, often with the “help” of the court system, to sort out
5 Steps To Take When You Feel Out of Alignment With Your Finances
Summer can feel like a whirlwind. Between travel, longer days, and seasonal events, your routine may feel out of whack. Often, this also correlates to feeling out of alignment with
2022 Second Quarter: 12-Month Recap
From 2021 to 2022, the global economic and market conditions have two very different stories to tell. Headwinds started to prevail in the latter part of 2021. In the fourth
3 Signs Your Aging Parents Need Financial Help
Are you worried about your parents as they age? Maybe you suspect they are becoming less capable of handling their finances independently? You’ve possibly even thought about saying something to