Tomorrow is Thanksgiving. The holiday of thanks! As family (and the cold) descends upon my house, I thought it would be a good time to reflect on what I’m thankful for this year – personal finance style. 1. Starting my own business In September of this year, I started my own business. It was a … Read more
My parents are visiting for Thanksgiving. As we sat around the table after dinner last night, we started talking about whether they had all their legal documents in place, such as a will and a power of attorney. They said yes, which gave me some relief. Then, when I asked where the documents were stored, … Read more
Last week my son scored in the 99th percentile for math – in the nation. He’s in second grade. I knew he was smart, particularly when it comes to numbers and STEM activities. He’s been building the 1,000+ piece lego sets by himself for a couple of years. But I would be lying to say … Read more
If Walmart and Target are your holiday timeline benchmarks, then it’s safe to say Christmas is here. Because the shopping season between Black Friday and Christmas, retailers are starting early. As you shop this season, I offer you three tips to ensure you stick to your budget and survive the season without debt. Get Your … Read more