Last week’s blog talked about setting financial goals. If you are one of the millions of people who transitioned to the gig economy last year, one of those goals might be finding a retirement vehicle to replace your 401(K). One of the most flexible ways is to start an Individual Retirement Account or IRA. When […]
Making financial goals can be challenging. To be successful, you need a process for setting goals. Let’s take a look at how to make strong financial goals so you can get the New Year started right. Break away and get serious Take a moment to break away from all the noise when setting goals. Remove […]
Telling people how to manage money can be difficult. What works for one person won’t work for someone else. The reason is simple. All financial moves are based on behavior. And people tend to bristle at being told how to behave. So, it is true that there is no best way to budget. But it’s […]
In your 20’s, there’s a lot to look forward to. Maybe you just landed a big job and started your career. Or perhaps you just started your own business. But while you are focusing on these things, it’s good to look ahead, as well. All that hard work can pay off in a great retirement […]
You’ve heard all the clichés. Save for a rainy day. A penny saved is a penny earned. Saying like that may be old, but they have stood the test of time, and with good reason. Even if you’re just starting out, having an emergency fund can be the difference between financial strength and economic disaster. […]
From the time we are old enough to hold a dollar bill, managing money remains a constant in life. And the key to not stressing out about it all the time is to manage it well. That takes a little humility! So many of us like to think we know enough when it comes to […]
Who doesn’t love looking at a hefty bank account? It can bring a sense of security and relief when the numbers look good. But to keep that happy feeling, you’ll want a few tricks up your sleeve. Try these tips and strategies so you can smile every time you log in to your bank. Keep […]
The thought of moving out on your own for the first time can be exciting. There are so many choices and so much freedom! But, with all those decisions to make, it can be easy for you to overspend. Let’s dig in on creating a budget that will help you with the leap to independent […]
Though it’s not a glamorous or fun topic to discuss, having a will in place for you and your family is a vital piece of planning for your future. But when is the right time to get your will drawn up? We will cover some basics about wills and some important information to ponder when […]
If 2020 has taught us anything, it’s that emergencies can happen to anyone at any time. Emergencies can range from natural disasters, medical emergencies, job loss, etc. Life is full of curveballs, and we cannot always control what happens, but we can do our best to be financially prepared. What is an emergency fund? Emergency […]