money myths and misconceptions

Money Myths and Misconceptions

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Have you been going along without realizing you’re following misguided information? If you want to strengthen your foundation for making sound financial decisions, don’t assume what you’ve been told in the past is always true. There are numerous money myths and misconceptions that people hold onto and can work against them. Here are a few common ones to consider: 1. Money and happiness aren’t correlated. Actually, a study done at Princeton University showed that there … Read More

Ways to avoid money arguments

How to Avoid Money Fights

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Financial issues are commonly cited as a primary cause of divorce. Fortunately, there are many steps you can take to minimize money fights and create peace within your home. Here are my top 7 tips for handling those financial disputes: 1. Understand that you each have a unique perspective on money. We all have deeply held beliefs about money, many of which we are not even aware of. It is understood that these beliefs are started and formed at a young age … Read More

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7 Steps to Creating Financial Confidence Webinar

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This Saturday, November 14, 2015 I’m hosting a special webinar for women who are ready to experience a healthy relationship with their finances. I would love to have you join me and let others know about the event. Get more details here…

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Setting Financial Boundaries with Friends and Family

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Even if you love your friends and family, have you ever considered the impact other people have on your finances? Some of them might be a real hazard to your financial health. It’s time to take a look at your relationships and learn to recognize the signs as well as how to set financial boundaries with friends and family without feeling lousy. Be on the lookout for these situations: 1. The dealmaker. This person is full of great … Read More

holiday spending

5 Steps to Prepare for Holiday Spending

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Do you have anxiety or fear when you start thinking about holiday spending? Too many families go into debt each holiday. It adds unnecessary and unwanted stress to what should be a joyous season. It’s certainly no way to spend the holidays — no pun intended. So what’s the solution? Actually, if you start preparing for the holidays now you can enjoy a financially lower-stress season. Here’s how: 1. Become the Ghost of Christmas Past Take … Read More

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Money Management for Teens

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Sometimes, it’s hard as parents to watch your teens squander their allowance or money they’ve earned from a job. You want them to do better, but how do you teach them? Or maybe you are just beginning with the basics of money management, and you want to make sure they get off to a good start.   Money management for teens comes with practice and consistency. Wherever you are in the financial planning process, it’s … Read More

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Give Yourself a Financial Check Up

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You probably get regular check-ups from your dentist and doctor. Even cars and pianos receive regular tune-ups. So why do most individuals fail to get a financial check up? It seems many either don’t think about it until there is an issue or don’t want to know and choose to avoid the subject. While a fee-only financial planner can conduct this for you and can likely help you find things you may not have considered (especially when looking at items … Read More

30 day challenge

Join the 30 Day Money Swift Kick Challenge

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Ready to give your finances a swift kick? It’s easy for overwhelm and the busy-ness of life to get in the way, but allowing your finances to “just happen” is a recipe for disaster. Your financial life doesn’t need to be complicated. The small steps you take over time can lead to big changes, but it all starts with taking constructive action. To help you with this, I’m launching a FREE 30 DAY MONEY … Read More

Know your purpose and values

16 Questions to Discover Your Core Values and Purpose

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If you’re having trouble making your financial goals stick or feel a disconnect between your money and life, I have a suggestion: Stop focusing on the goals as a “to do” list and start focusing on your purpose and what you value most in life.  Once you know what makes you tick, setting and prioritizing goals that support the life you want becomes much easier to achieve. Money is a tool that can help us live the … Read More

expenses often overlooked

15 Expenses You May Have Overlooked

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When it comes to budgeting or a spending plan, I am of the belief that keeping it simple is the best approach for most folks. I like the idea of paying yourself first and then prioritizing what is left over to first cover your core living needs and then discretionary items.  My recommendation is to track expenses as they happen into either a core living expense or discretionary item allowance.  I don’t think it’s useful for most … Read More

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