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When There’s No Margin at All
Living paycheck to paycheck can feel impossible to escape, but margin is what gives you power and peace. It’s not about income, it’s about awareness, choices, and small, intentional steps that create space to breathe. Even ten or twenty dollars set aside can shift your mindset and open new possibilities. Margin isn’t optional. It’s foundational.
When Accountability Lives at Home
Accountability at home can be powerful but only when couples feel safe and seen in money conversations. Learn how to turn tension into teamwork and build real financial resilience together.
Spider Webs Are Like Marketing
Spiders are smart. So is marketing. Some tactics are designed to trap you and your wallet. Especially during the holidays. Let's shine a light on the marketing webs we fall into and how you can avoid overspending without guilt or stress.
Insurance Rates Are Out of Control!
Insurance premiums are out of control and you’re not imagining it. If you’re frustrated, you’re not alone. But don’t give up! Let’s break down why this is happening and what smart, practical things you can do to get your costs back under control.
Our Investing Story
My husband and I made some classic investing mistakes—chasing returns, lack of diversification, even swing trading. But those mistakes taught us how to build a simpler, smarter investment strategy. I’m sharing our story so you can skip the learning curve and start strong.
Financial Advisor vs. Financial Coach
What’s the difference between a financial advisor and a coach? It’s not always clear but knowing the distinction could save you time, money, and stress. In this post, I explain how a coach walks with you through every part of your money world, and when each role makes sense.
Is Your Spending Guilt-free?
Spending is supposed to feel good so why does it often come with guilt? In this post, I explore the 3 hidden reasons behind guilt-driven spending and how to break free with a healthy plan, mindset, and guardrails. Let’s move toward spending with more peace and less pressure.
Stepping Out Of Discouragement
Feeling discouraged about money? You’re not alone. In this post, I share how one client faced his fears through what he called “exposure therapy” and the 3 powerful steps he took to move from stuck to steady. If you need encouragement today, this one's for you.
Set It And Leave It
Automated this post while pretending it’s summer in tennis paradise because "set it and leave it" doesn’t just apply to vacations! It’s a mindset for long-term investing too. But here’s the kicker: do you actually know what you’ve “left it” in?