Tackling High School Expenses
Being the mom of two high school freshmen has opened my eyes to a whole new world of expenses. No more $10 or $15 notes from school. Now it’s requests for $50 here and $100 there. One week, we were hit with $250 in expenses for testing fees, membership fees, etc. On the horizon are […]
Tax Refund? Read This Before You Spend It
Tax Refund? Read This Before You Spend It Tax time is right around the corner. For many people, this means a sizable tax refund may also be on the way. For some, it might be a few hundred dollars.For others, it could be thousands. As a financial coach, I’ve seen what often happens when a […]
How to “Reset” Your Budget for a New Year
There is truly no better time to reset your budget than a New Year! The beginning of a year brings fresh new vibes and a renewed sense of hope for the future. Plenty of my successful clients got a nudge to change their finances over the holidays, and made a fresh start in the new […]
When Spending is More than Shopping
Have you ever reached into your fridge at night to get a sweet treat, and just as you are biting down you think– “I am not even hungry. Why am I eating this?” It is generally a quiet voice, but clear nonetheless. This voice can give us a bit of clarity in moments when we […]
“We can’t afford that!”
Do you have any childhood memories of wanting something and hearing your parents bellow out… “We can’t afford that?!” Chances are…you do! Many of the clients that I work with grew up in a home where the parents often explained that they would not be buying extras because the family couldn’t afford it. “Who do […]
The Countdown Starts Now!
We are just a few short weeks away from the beginning of the holiday season. It is a wonderful time to enjoy time with your family and loved ones! Who doesn’t love hot chocolate, cozy movie nights and making memories?! While this can feel like the most wonderful time of the year, it can also […]