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5 Easy ways to take control of your personal finances

5 Easy ways to take control of your personal finances

When I started my financial planning career seven years ago, I quickly learned that the people who were financially successful were the ones who dedicated […]

Financial planning: Lessons from other Moms

Financial planning: Lessons from other Moms

Disclosure:  This article was written pursuant to our engagement by brightpeak financial. All views expressed are entirely my own, and were not influenced or directed by brightpeak […]

Moms need life insurance too

Moms need life insurance too

To say that moms “do a lot” is an understatement.  A mom is a chef, a counselor, a teacher, a nurse and so much more.  […]

Financial housekeeping: Review your beneficiary designations

Financial housekeeping: Review your beneficiary designations

With so much going on in our busy lives, it can be difficult to take care of financial “housekeeping” chores, even though we realize their […]

Legal separation or divorce: Which is better financially?

Legal separation or divorce: Which is better financially?

By Jeff Landers We’re all familiar with couples that decide to live separately for a while before actually getting divorced. And typically, these couples use […]

Preparing for a pregnant pause {in your monthly income}

Preparing for a pregnant pause {in your monthly income}

(Income) minus (Expenses) should equal a positive number. It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to figure out that calculation, but this needs to be your […]

How to make women happy – In the workplace {Infographic}

How to make women happy – In the workplace {Infographic}

Mothers work hard – whether it’s at home or in the workplace. March 8 is International Women’s Day. Annually on this day, events are held throughout […]

Nine tips to manage your money as you start a family

Nine tips to manage your money as you start a family

As a woman, you’ll go through many life stages. Some stages will require you to completely change your financial plan while others will require just […]