In many marriages, conversations about finances often take a back seat. However, it’s vital for husbands to break this norm and share details about their assets with their wives. This step is not just about money; it’s about building a foundation of trust and partnership. Read More
This is the time of year everyone’s looking at how their investments performed. Don’t make the HUGE MISTAKE most other people make. First, I have a quick story to share with you, so here it goes. Read More
For generations, owning a home in the United States has been synonymous with financial stability and success. The idea is simple: purchase a property, watch its value rise over time, and benefit from the appreciation. However, like any investment, home ownership isn’t foolproof and with the rise in home costs, it’s often unaffordable to purchase a home. In many scenarios, renting might be a wiser choice. Here are four reasons why a home might not be the excellent investment you think, followed by four compelling reasons to consider renting instead. Read More
Investment is an intricate dance of three crucial factors: risk, reward, and time. While it’s tempting to believe that mastering these components will unlock the secrets of a successful investment journey, there’s an inherent unpredictability that even the savviest investor cannot outrun. Let’s delve deeper into this and uncover why, despite our best calculations, the outcome remains an enigma. Read More
In today’s rapidly aging society, the topic of long-term care is more relevant than ever. This care is often necessary for those who can no longer independently perform everyday activities due to a chronic illness, disability, or cognitive impairment. While most people hope they never have to face these circumstances, it’s wise to prepare in advance. Here are three benefits of having long-term care preparations: Read More
Estate planning may sound like something only the ultra-wealthy need to think about. Images of sprawling mansions, vintage cars, and family heirlooms might come to mind. However, estate planning isn’t just about wealth. It’s about ensuring that what you leave behind, no matter how modest or grand, is handled the way you want it to be. Read More
It’s a common problem: When passed to the next generation, wealth evaporates instead of increasing. There are even proverbs across time and cultures reflecting this phenomenon: Read More
In an age where 24-hour news cycles and breaking updates ping our smartphones by the minute, one cannot help but notice a recurrent theme in financial media: the obsession with economic doom and the end of the world as we know it. From market crashes to currency collapses, these apocalyptic predictions have become as predictable as the morning’s sunrise. But why? And should investors really be on high alert? Read More
Many investors look ahead to certain events in their lives as they plan their retirement. These are mostly age-based milestones, the times when investors make financial decisions that will affect their retirement for better or for worse. Read More
You and your husband have likely planned for your retirement together. However, unpleasant as it is to think about, statistically women are likely to outlive their husbands. So it’s important for women in particular to talk regularly and frankly with me about retirement, and how it might change if their personal circumstances change. Read More
