It’s a few weeks into 2018; have you let your resolutions slide? If you did, you’re not alone. Most people’s resolutions don’t make it to February. It’s not that your money goals are unattainable, though there are ways to set better resolutions right from the beginning. The overall goal should not be your focus. The habits you put in place every day will make or break your success. So if Continue Reading
Year End Financial Tips
2018 is only a couple weeks away! It's always good to close out the current year in the best way possible before you dive into a new one. Here are some year end financial tips to help you wrap up 2017 and launch your new year feeling organized and prepared: 1. Take a Minute to Reflect One of the biggest mistakes you can make is to forget to reflect on the ones you made already. You don’t need Continue Reading
The Best Money Board Games to Give as Gifts
Money Board Games for the Whole Family Holiday shopping season is here again! If you'll be buying gifts for the kids in your life, there's nothing wrong with sneaking in a little financial education with the fun. Here are 7 of the best money board games to teach a bit about finances, spending, investing and negotiating. Some have been family favorites for decades, others are Continue Reading
6 Financial Planning Moves for your 40s
The financial planning moves that helped you build a foundation or support your family awhile ago may not be enough now that you’re in your forties. This decade might be the first time you really feel the pressure of a looming retirement, send your kids off to college, or debate downsizing your family home. Wherever you are in your forties, there are some universal money moves Continue Reading
Best Physician Money Books for Investing & Financial Planning
When clients ask for book recommendations, I like to give them titles that are as helpful to their lifestyles and careers as possible. This list isn’t necessarily physician-specific, but they do address some of the common themes and questions that come up for doctors planning out their finances. Here are some of my picks for physician money books for doctors: Investing Books for Doctors The Continue Reading
Back-to-School Financial Review
Something about back-to-school season brings that urge to refresh, reorganize, and get to work (and maybe buy a few office accessories just for fun.) If you’re a student or a parent to a student, you’ve probably been buying school supplies, filling out paperwork and savoring what’s left of summer. Even if you’re not a parent or a student, you can harness the “fresh start” energy of Continue Reading
Your Richest Life Listed on InvestmentNews 40 Under 40
Your Richest Life is coming up on its third birthday! I believe it's important to take the time to look back on the achievements of each year in business. It gives me the chance to reflect on where I've been and where I'm going. One of the best parts of this year was making the InvestmentNews 40 Under 40 list, which is the magazine's roundup of industry professionals making an impact. I was Continue Reading
Financial Goals: Summertime Review
Happy June! Does it feel like you were just setting your goals for 2017? More importantly, can you remember what those goals were? If you forgot about your financial goals for the year by Valentine's Day, you're not alone. Nearly every person who sets resolutions doesn't achieve them. But the year isn't over, and you still have time to make serious strides before the year's end. Or, if you Continue Reading
Spring Cleaning Your Finances
Longer, warmer days are the perfect excuse to open the windows and clear out the clutter. Just like spring cleaning out your space helps clear your mind, organizing your finances can show you where you need an adjustment. Spending just a few dedicated days a year to your finances can help you make massive changes, and spring is an ideal time for that. Here are some tips to take advantage of the Continue Reading
Spring Vacation on a Budget
Does winter weather have you dreaming of a warm beach somewhere? You don't have to be a student to take advantage of spring break. But you also don't have to cripple your bank account to take your family on a vacation. Here are some tips to save extra cash on your spring trip: 1. Set a budget Don't do any planning before you set a budget for your trip that you're comfortable with. This Continue Reading