My clients are terrific. They are all unique with their own special gifts and ways of looking at the world. I learn something from each of them. And yet, the way they feel when they first come to me is so incredibly heartbreaking….and unnecessary.It takes incredible courage to admit that their financial situation isn’t where… Continue reading How Fear Clouds Reality
Category: Money Behaviors
Losing Money? The $100,000 Noose Around Your Neck
I just finished reading Rich Dad Poor Dad. And I enjoyed the contrarian viewpoint on money and what it should mean. The suggestion that a house is a liability rather than an asset is thought provoking. Is a house just our emotion conquering our logical brain? Growth Over +20 Years Of course, the alternative to… Continue reading Losing Money? The $100,000 Noose Around Your Neck
Not Saving? Not Your Fault – Blame Subconscious Money Attitudes
We all have subconscious money attitudes of one nature or another. You may have heard your parents say over and over “don’t ask for things; you should be grateful for what you get”. Words like this that generate a feeling of guilt may discourage you from ever seeking a promotion at work. Or “if you are… Continue reading Not Saving? Not Your Fault – Blame Subconscious Money Attitudes
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
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?
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
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?
3 Reasons Saving Isn’t Deprivation
Many of us think saving means deprivation, so we balk or rebel. For most of you, I can guarantee it won’t be deprivation. How can I be so sure you ask? It’s because of these 3 reasons: Over our lifetime, we build spending patterns. They often form during milestones like our first job with real money, marriage,… Continue reading 3 Reasons Saving Isn’t Deprivation
4 Ways to Take Control of Your Shopping Life NOW
4 Ways to Take Control of Your Shopping Life NOW The reason why you overshop 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 serious debt. If you’re in debt, the interest… Continue reading 4 Ways to Take Control of Your Shopping Life NOW
Are You Committing Financial Infidelity?
You May Be Without Knowing It According to research 27% of people ADMIT to keeping a secret from their partner and 53% actual DO keep a secret. Get the list of most common Financial Infidelity Behaviors and see how you score compared to other couples. Questionnaire Please Carrie RattleCarrie Rattle is a Principal at BehavioralCents.com,… Continue reading Are You Committing Financial Infidelity?