You know, where you sit down with your other half and bare all, or tell them that their money habits are driving you CRAZY? Maybe one of you is a Saver, and the other a Spender. The Saver thinks the Spender is out of control, while the Spender thinks the Saver is a tightwad. You… Continue reading Have You Had….THE MONEY TALK?
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Have You Done the CVS Money Run with Her?
Thanks to my colleague Tod for this title and question that prompted my thinking. Tod has been dating a woman for about a year, and his friends inquired whether Tod had “done the CVS run with her yet?” Tod sought clarification. Apparently, it is a wonder that a woman can spend $200 in CVS in… Continue reading Have You Done the CVS Money Run with Her?
Divorce Part 2: How a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst Can Help
A Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA©) is an industry designated financial expert on helping divorcing couples understand how the financial decisions they make could impact their future. A CDFA is part of the divorce team. Think of the lawyer as the strategist – they are experts on the law and hired to represent your overall interest… Continue reading Divorce Part 2: How a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst Can Help
Divorce Part 1: Choosing the Style that Fits You
Divorce is devastating. Despite the fact that only 5% of divorces are litigated (IDFA), emotions can run high. And the fear of living on less than the combined household income has its own set of challenges. Money decisions are emotional on a good day, but during a divorce emotions are on red alert. For example,… Continue reading Divorce Part 1: Choosing the Style that Fits You
6 Tips to Confront Your Money Fear
Fear is uncomfortable, and unwelcome in our lives. Centuries ago it kept us alive. Now, it’s more about emotional failure or social exposure. How then do we overcome a fear, and face our current situation head-on? Introducing Jenny Powers, the bubbly, energetic and successful creator of Running with Heels, a women’s networking group in NYC.… Continue reading 6 Tips to Confront Your Money Fear
6 Steps to Healthy Spending. And Forget About a Budget.
This is THE YEAR you want to get on top of your cash. GREAT! The worst thing you can do is start with a budget. What? Really? Why? (and secretly, you’re probably thinking Yay!!). Money is not logical. Money is fraught with emotion. And if you force yourself to do something you “should” be doing,… Continue reading 6 Steps to Healthy Spending. And Forget About a Budget.
5 Tips to Fight Tax Return Money Euphoria
We all know the feeling – when we’re getting a tax return and we feel, well, rich. Not rich like a millionaire, but richer than we were yesterday. It’s like gold falling from heaven. And then it starts. The “what can I use this money for” dreams begin. And believe it or not, we probably… Continue reading 5 Tips to Fight Tax Return Money Euphoria
5 Things You Should Know about Money Management Behavior
INTRODUCTION: Your “how to” blog post should teach the reader how to do something by breaking it down into a series of steps. Begin your blog post by explaining what problem you are going to solve through your explanation and be sure to include any relevant keywords. Add in a personal story to establish your credibility on… Continue reading 5 Things You Should Know about Money Management Behavior
5 Good Cash Behaviors – How do You Rate?
Sarah Fallaw is CEO of Data Points, and also the daughter of Thomas J. Stanley, author of The Millionaire Next Door. I’m a fan of hers, and I have lived my life by that book. For anyone who has worked in a company where you have a job description, Sarah has come up with a brilliant, simple job… Continue reading 5 Good Cash Behaviors – How do You Rate?
4 Ways to Take Control of Your Over Shopping NOW
Do you impulsively shop…a lot? Do you use it for self-soothing, escape, or quality time with someone? The reason why you over shop is unique to you. How it impacts your life as you spiral out of control falls into several patterns that look like this: Financial Devastation You may or may not be in… Continue reading 4 Ways to Take Control of Your Over Shopping NOW