It’s Not Too Early: Start Planning for the Holiday Season
Ten steps to creating a holiday budget that sticks (for real) this time. Your future self will thank you.
How to Be Your Own Financial Coach
Hiring a financial coach can be a significant investment. For some, the cost gets us invested. We show up. We put in the time. For others, it makes financial coaching completely inaccessible. The good news? After working as a money coach for almost 15 years, there are many things you can do to set yourself up for success.
5 Toxic Money Habits to Let Go of Right Now
Rather than feel exhausted from trying to paddle upstream, I like to do the easier thing and focus on building habits that naturally support what I’m looking to accomplish. And who doesn’t want easier? Before we can build new supportive habits, we have to pinpoint the ones that are holding us back. Here are the five most common toxic money habits I see, and how we can let go of them.
How Meal Planning Can Save You Money & Time
After years of struggling to make meal planning stick, one family finally developed a system that worked—streamlining their weekly routines, significantly cutting food costs, and creating a more efficient and enjoyable approach to home-cooked meals. These seven strategies offer practical, sustainable solutions for busy households looking to save time and money while reducing stress around dinnertime.
Understanding Your Credit Score (and How to Increase It)
The five factors that make up our credit score, the fastest way to increase it, and the costliest credit score myth.
The Best Way to Budget for Today’s Inflation
Rising prices can make it harder to stay within a budget and reach our money goals. Here are nine steps to handle it and keep spending in check.
Why I Love High Yield Savings Accounts — and You Should Too
High-yield savings accounts help your money grow, stay aligned with your goals, and give you greater financial clarity.
Why You Need to Build a Financial Dream Team
How to create the support system you need to follow through with your financial goals
How to Plan for a Financially Stress-Free Summer Vacation
Science says you’ll enjoy your vacation more if you (financially) plan ahead. Take these seven steps to save up for your summer trip so you can soak in those sights and not worry about anything else.
Put Your Tax Refund (or Any Financial Windfall) to Good Use
Create and implement a plan for your tax refund that will move you closer to your goals.
Seven Ways to Build Your Financial Knowledge and Work Towards Your Money Goals
As we close out April, make sure you’re aware that we just got through Financial Literacy Month. Here, seven ways to celebrate.
How to Get Off the Hamster Wheel and Tackle Your Debt for Good
Tired of an endless cycle of card debt? Here are six steps you can take to pay it down and break free from the cycle once and for all.