Why You Don’t Take Your Finances Seriously

Why You Don’t Take Your Finances Seriously

It happens often. Many people don’t take their finances seriously. They know they should, but they just keep putting it off … until something happens. What’s your excuse … why don’t you take your finances seriously? “I’ll cross that bridge when I get...
Mom and Dad – Let’s Talk About Money

Mom and Dad – Let’s Talk About Money

“Mom and Dad – let’s talk about money … your money and your retirement lifestyle.” How would that statement go over with your parents? There’s never a “good” time to initiate this conversation. But doesn’t it make...
How to Pay For High-Cost Infertility Treatments

How to Pay For High-Cost Infertility Treatments

You and your spouse have been busy. Since college you’ve both been focused on career and travel. As you move further into your thirties, you realize it’s time to start a family. But one thing you never planned for was the difficulty of becoming pregnant...
Two Important Items to Address When Your Spouse Dies

Two Important Items to Address When Your Spouse Dies

When your spouse dies, there are many items you need to address. Your to-do list grows daily. But your emotions may limit what you can handle at the time. Set priorities on which tasks are important and which tasks can wait until a later time. Ask yourself, “How will...
6 Items to Review Before You Agree to Keep the House

6 Items to Review Before You Agree to Keep the House

Going through a divorce is exhausting. You’re making major financial decisions while you’re emotionally drained. You’re also juggling your regular daily obligations, including work. One of the most significant financial assets you’ll be considering is your house. But...
How Not To Be Overwhelmed When Planning for Retirement

How Not To Be Overwhelmed When Planning for Retirement

Living in retirement can be 30+ years for some people. That’s a long time. Think back to when you were 30 years younger and everything that’s happened since that time. When transitioning from saving for retirement to planning for retirement, that length of time can be...