We all know a woman’s brain works differently from a man’s. Did you know a woman’s brain goes into superior overdrive once she becomes a Mom? With this kind of computer power – women can tackle, learn and succeed with anything around money talk. We just need to deliver the information and discussions differently. Here’s… Continue reading 3 Tips for the Super Mom Brain & Money Talk
Category: Behavioral Cents
4 Steps to Build Better Money Habits
In our last blog, we talked about changing subconscious habits instead of using pure willpower to save money. It takes desire and focus to change, but once the new habit is on automatic pilot, it takes less effort than sheer will power. A habit loop is comprised of a Trigger, Action and Reward. (1) Charles Duhigg, author… Continue reading 4 Steps to Build Better Money Habits
4 Things to Honestly Talk About Before You Buy a Home Together
“No surprises” is the mantra I highly recommend for any two people wanting to buy a home together. It may be your next home after outgrowing the one you’re in. It might be your first home now that you’re newly married. Maybe you’re just trying out this couple thing and are willing to share an… Continue reading 4 Things to Honestly Talk About Before You Buy a Home Together
Use Your Mind to Increase Savings by 73%
Have you ever really, really wanted something but then sloughed it off because the likelihood of saving the money to achieve it was super low? You may have just thrown away the possible. How could I know this? For two reasons: research and client experience. In a recent interview with Jill Cornfield of NBC Universal, we discussed… Continue reading Use Your Mind to Increase Savings by 73%
Are You Committing Financial Infidelity? You May be Surprised
Infidelity is a sizzling topic, and Financial Infidelity is new on the scenes. According to the research Financial Infidelity in Couple Relationships 2018 by Jeanfreau, Noguchi, Mong and Stadthagen, 27% of people admit to keeping a secret from their partner but 53% do keep a secret from their partner. Are they lying? OR, is what they’re doing just not considered infidelity… Continue reading Are You Committing Financial Infidelity? You May be Surprised
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