The federal government and the average consumer have more in common than you might think.As you may have read recently, the U.S. is grappling with how to address its growing debt, and this spring we’re watching that total come dangerously close to hitting the debt...
Late May and June mark the beginning of graduation and wedding season. We celebrate these occasions for multiple reasons, but one of the main ones is that they mark the transition to a new phase of life. Whether you have a graduate or newlywed in your life or not,...
What’s your magic number?Everyone has one.For some, it’s a salary or net worth you aspire to achieve, or for others, it’s a wellness goal or status symbol that lets everyone know “you finally made it” in your pursuit of happiness. The thought process sometimes goes...
Mothers are notorious multitaskers known for their ability to juggle a million things at once. Yet when it comes to money matters, multitasking might not be the best approach. In fact, it could be holding you back. Just like multitasking can lead to stress and...
Have you noticed: Our lives are constantly bombarded with drama. Whether it makes headlines like the collapse of First Republic Bank earlier this week or is portrayed in TV dramas like the ultra-high net worth thriller “Succession,” these stories grab our attention...
If you’re feeling fatigued from the grind and the seemingly never-ending decisions that pop up each day, you’re not alone. This time of year especially, decision fatigue can start to rattle your wellbeing.Decision fatigue is the theory that in a stressful season, a...
Spring is a time for renewal, growth and fresh air. It's also a great time to clean out your closets, clear out the cobwebs and get rid of the old junk cluttering up our lives.As long as we’re at it, what about a spring cleaning for your finances?It’s not just about...
Living in these uncertain times may fill you with frequent questions about the state of your finances and wellness — seemingly by the minute depending on the news of the day. Thankfully this week, calm has settled over financial markets after the banking industry's...
Imagine a life with the perfect balance between work and play, with enough time in the day to do it all. What would that look like? How could the hours, days and years of your life be better divided?For a growing number of people, the traditional model of employment...
Every year, April kicks off with its famous Fool’s Day, but if we’re being honest, too many of us have been tricked at times throughout the year by our own behaviors and attitudes when it comes to money.According to a recent survey mentioned in the Forbes article...