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Money Talks. Are You Listening?

by Liz WolfeA hot topic in the news these days is why the “1%” have such a disproportionately large amount of accumulated wealth in comparison to other 99%.  Perhaps you've seen the video that went viral (almost 7 million views to date) that demonstrates this...

How to Make Your Retirement Dream a Reality

by Manisha Thakor For entirely too many hard-working folks, there is a significant gap between the retirement life they desire and the one they will be able to afford if they do not adequately prepare for the future. Traditional goals such as living in an inviting...

What to Do If You Struggle to Save Money

by Jillian Beirne DaviOne thing that I see many women struggle with as a personal finance coach is that they have trouble saving money on a consistent basis.Sure, they may put some money aside when they receive a lump sum, but making it a regular habit is a bit...

What Does ‘Having It All’ Mean to You?

by Laura BergerDo you have it all? Or perhaps you feel trapped in a cycle of your own doing that could lead to your undoing? I am extremely thankful for my clients, but not for the state in which they come to me, as it is often the latter.Helping women “have it all”...

The Beauty of a Budget

by Manisha ThakorMany people think budgets are about deprivation. As a financial adviser, I feel they are about liberation. Here’s a simple three-step plan to create a budget that you will feel excited to follow.Step #1: Understand the real purpose of a...

Natural Networking

by Raleigh Mayer“Only Connect” –E.M. Forster Networking. Everybody’s doing it: Or should be.Cultivating and maintaining a wide network of personal and professional contacts is a required skill for anyone active in the business world and community environment, and...

How Do You Feel About the Penny?

by Carl Richards Since 2006, the American penny has cost more to make than the penny is worth. Despite that knowledge, we haven’t heard much discussion until now about stopping penny production. A few weeks ago, President Obama hinted that it may be time to say...

How Five Daily Habits Rocked My Financial World

by Jillian Beirne DaviSix years ago, I was broke. I was deeply in debt (to the tune of $30,000) and creditors called me nonstop. I felt powerless, hopeless and totally alone.  It was one of the darkest times in my life.  The worst part was: I thought I was...