Yep, it’s that season again. And it’s stressful. Often the paperwork is more daunting than the actual check we may have to write; and psychologically the agitation we imagine is often much greater than reality. It’s natural to bristle at “administrivia” and avoid submitting our taxes until the very last minute. So before you read further, STOP. Once you… Continue reading 3 Simple Behaviors to Take the Pain out of Tax Season
Category: Money Behaviors
3 Tips for the Super Mom Brain & Money Talk
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
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
Divorce Part 3: The 3 Biggest Financial Mistakes You Can Make
The list of potential financial mistakes made while divorcing can be extensive. It is an exhausting, emotional time for everyone. Every money decision is emotional to begin with, and this stress just adds to the mix. Divorce and finances can become complicated and dividing assets can be complex, which is why the finance industry CDFA © designation… Continue reading Divorce Part 3: The 3 Biggest Financial Mistakes You Can Make
Divorce Part 4: 3 Months BEFORE
If you decide to initiate the divorce process, take the time to research all your finances thoroughly. Once your intent to divorce is verbalized, the emotional roller coaster begins. Hopefully it doesn’t include the hiding of assets or deceitful misrepresentation. Even if you don’t understand what you’re looking at, finding information can be very helpful… Continue reading Divorce Part 4: 3 Months BEFORE
Do You Have Successful Money-Life Balance?
Money-Life Balance means taking money off a pedestal, and putting your happiness on it. It means fulfilling your life, instead of pursuing the almighty dollar. It means spending enough to enjoy life today, and saving enough to enjoy life tomorrow. So, what does money life balance look like? Since it is different for each of us, how… Continue reading Do You Have Successful Money-Life Balance?
Enough Money: A State of Mind or Fact?
People often use the phrase “If I could just make enough money life would be better”. It definitely makes sense for those of us who spend every penny on food and rent to survive. But for some of us, regardless of our pay raises, bonuses, and promotions, we constantly seem to need more. Why? Because this can… Continue reading Enough Money: A State of Mind or Fact?
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
Can Shopping Transcend the Fear of Death?
The world we live in is a confusing and chaotic place. News stories surprise and astound us daily—from the discovery of Genie, a child bound to a crib for 13 years, to claims of the next apocalypse. It is often difficult to wrap our mind around what happens in our world, our country, even in… Continue reading Can Shopping Transcend the Fear of Death?
Are You Giving Your Seasonal Shopaholic Credit Card Blanche?
We’re smack dab in the middle of Chanukah and there’s less than a week until Christmas, still plenty of time to limit holiday overspending and bring more meaning and merriment into your life. I’ve written a piece, published yesterday in the Huffington Post that just might help you have a good, not a goods holiday–and… Continue reading Are You Giving Your Seasonal Shopaholic Credit Card Blanche?