Today we welcome Victoria (DC’s wife) to the blog. She’s got a great post about some of the unexpected costs of a wedding. When planning out a budget for your wedding, there are things that are obvious things that are expected such as the venue, attire, food, and decor. But even budget planning guides for […]
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Today’s post is from our regular Wednesday contributor, Cat. Things are a bit hectic in my home right now. Not only do I have two newborns, but I am also moving clear across the country from Louisiana to New Jersey tomorrow. I knew the move was coming (I just didn’t know exactly when), but I […]
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Today’s post is from our regular Tuesday contributor, Sally. As I continue to watch my savings account grow and see the interest that has accrued on my loans decrease, it’s amazing how much better I feel. I’ve already surpassed my goal of having an emergency savings of a $1000 because I’ve somehow managed to be […]
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Today we have a post from Shannon, a regular contributor. If you asked this question from the general financial services population, the typical answer you would get is “As soon as possible.” When my client’s ask me this question, they get a completely different answer, and let me explain why. Like most people under 40, […]
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We’ve all been there. Something we didn’t plan for happened and it cost us. A lot. Nothing stings more than a financial setback, especially ones that ‘came out of nowhere,’ which often seems to be the case. Financial setbacks don’t just affect your wallet but they can be draining emotionally. Time and physical effort may […]
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Today we are participating in the second annual financial literacy carnival. This carnival was organized by Shannon from The Heavy Purse. The theme this year is your biggest ‘a-ha’ moment related to money. Growing up I had a fascination with figuring out what made some people and families wealthier than others. Back in the day […]
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Taxes aren’t everyone’s favorite topic, but they are an important one when it comes to personal finance. With taxes due by end-of-day tomorrow, it seemed like an appropriate time for one more tax post. Today we are looking ahead to next year by discussing 4 ways to be better prepared for taxes.
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My wife and I recently financed the purchase of our Ford Escape and I couldn’t be happier, both with the vehicle and with our decision to finance. Many people disagree with taking out a loan to get a vehicle. In fact, if I had a dollar for everyone that says you should pay for your […]
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Do you make a side income on top of your full-time job through a side hustle or small business? If so, it’s essential to plan for taxes and make sure that you are paying in and setting aside enough money to cover your tax obligations. When you are making side income or are self-employed you […]
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Today’s post is from our regular Wednesday contributor, Cat. Have you ever found yourself thinking things like, “They are so lucky because his wife drives a nice SUV,” or “I wish I was lucky enough to have a job like her. Then I could actually afford to make extra mortgage payments.” Or, perhaps you’ve heard […]
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