Simple Personal Finance

Money is a heated subject matter. It can bring up feelings of shame, regret, anxiety and even guilt. If you feel any of these, you need to reframe how you see money and start to view it as a tool to get you to where you want to go. Instead of putting or keeping your […]

Prepare for a Wild Ride- The Year of the Horse

The Year of the Horse is expected to be a year of high energy, self-improvement and unexpected adventure. Prepare for a wild ride in 2014 and know what this year will bring for your finances.

The $35 Spin Class

It sounds ridiculous to pay $35 for a 45 minute spin class, right? It is hard to financial justify spending this kind of money when I can go for a bike ride for free. However, does this expense pass my Index Card Test? What is an Index Card Test? In my purse I carry an […]

Money Management On The Go

Five easy steps to On-the-Go Money Management for families that want to know where their money is going.

Surviving the Cost of Kids

It is hard to save money when you have kids. So how can you survive and save while your children are young? Here are my Top Four Action Items to get you saving during the cash crunch years of early childhood.

Men & Money

Money causes more fights between couples than children and sex. I have found that most of these money fights stem from a lack of communication and understanding of a partner’s actions and priorities. Good news! You can build a bridge across the chasm of money mysteries and woes. Here are five keys to understanding Men […]

Top 5 Financial Moves for 2013

With uncertain economic times, here are the Top 5 Financial Moves for 2013. Make these financial moves and improve your family’s financial future now.

Having versus Being

Do you confuse your needs with your wants?  Have you caught yourself thinking that you “need a vacation” or “need to try a pumpkin latte”? If yes, your sense of entitlement may be making you lose sight of what you really need versus what you want. So, where does a sense of entitlement come from? […]