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Divorce Series Part 1: Choosing the Style that Fits You

In order to be the best Money Coach possible to my clients, a well-rounded understanding of all milestones you might face is crucial. I’m pleased to say I’m now a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst and I am going to share some of the basics to help you start on the right foot if you are… Continue reading Divorce Series Part 1: Choosing the Style that Fits You

Dishing on Couple’s Money with Mrs. & Mr. Tomato

Thanks to Cheryl and Stu Benton for willingly ‘baring all’ on their money beliefs, and how they found common ground as a couple. Here is their story. If you’ve ever talked with Cheryl, her intelligence is evident. She had the guts to build an ad agency which was purchased by a larger company, and then… Continue reading Dishing on Couple’s Money with Mrs. & Mr. Tomato

Cash in the High Stakes Moment

My husband commented that I should check my tires since one in particular seemed a little deflated. I never look at my tires -never thought to – unless of course one goes flat on the way to a really important meeting while I’m in my best suit. Then I’d notice. The mundane chore was fit… Continue reading Cash in the High Stakes Moment

Build Tiny Money Habits to Achieve Big Success

Professor B.J. Fogg has a fun approach to changing habits. He has a program called Tiny Habits, and the concept is a simple way to ease you into new money habits. This blog includes excerpts from an article on B.J. Fogg in Success.com. B.J. Fogg’s concept of Tiny Habits basically teaches you to break down your… Continue reading Build Tiny Money Habits to Achieve Big Success

Behavior Change at Lululemon – Just in Time

It took the Lululemon sales consultant AND my husband to talk me out of a money behavior that was so very hard for me to resist. And I sought their help to do it. Our money beliefs can be pretty hard-wired. Whether we are a spender or a saver; we value status or find money… Continue reading Behavior Change at Lululemon – Just in Time

Are You Tying the Knot for the Second (or third) Time?

“I wish I discussed finances before I got married last time.” Sound familiar? Did you know past statistics have shown that in the U.S. approximately 50% percent of first marriages, 67% of second, and 73% of third marriages end in divorce?* Not surprisingly, a major cause of divorce in marriages is money. * You’ve found that… Continue reading Are You Tying the Knot for the Second (or third) Time?

Are You in the Right Tribe? 3 Key Indicators

“Tribe” is a new word, and a very old word. It’s used a lot in the women’s networking world – “finding your tribe”. This blog came to me after finding my own networking tribe after a 2-year search. I’m also reminded of how I am surrounded by my true tribe in life, which keeps me… Continue reading Are You in the Right Tribe? 3 Key Indicators

Are You a Rainy Day Saver? This Video Will Tell You

Understanding how you think about money can help you identify your behaviors in real time…and change them on-the-spot. If you believe you can change your own spending habits, then this video may be powerful enough to get you there. Are you a Rainy Day Saver? If so, you’ve got some great behaviors..and some that could get… Continue reading Are You a Rainy Day Saver? This Video Will Tell You

Are We Too Spoiled to Save Money?

Meet Allan Liwanag, Twitter handle @PracticalSaver living in the state of Maryland. Allan has graciously allowed me to interview him about his money beliefs and behaviors. Allan is an avid saver but he didn’t come by it naturally. Here is his story. Allan is a husband and father of one child. He and his wife are committed… Continue reading Are We Too Spoiled to Save Money?