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Let’s face it. Finances can be boring. But it doesn’t have to be. I’ve cooked up 10 Made-Up Financial Words that not only describe your money adventures (and misadventures) but also make the whole thing way more fun. 🤩 1. Spendzilla Ahhh! 🦖 The terrifying beast that devours your cash... read more →

Here’s the thing about budgeting: it’s not magic. You don’t need a Ph.D. in finance (or a degree from Hogwarts). It’s really just about figuring out where your money is going and then telling it where you want it to go instead. Easy peasy, right? Except, let’s be real, sometimes it feels more... read more →

The Longest Relationship You Didn’t Think Of If you consider the longest relationships over the course of your life--parents, siblings, childhood friends, your children -- I'd bet there is one long-hauler you didn't think of. Granted, this is a bit of a trick since you probably didn't consider non-human relationships.... read more →

OK, imagine this. One day, you walk outside, and there it is—a tree in full bloom, not with flowers or apples, but $100 DOLLAR BILLS. Unlimited moolah. 💸 At first, you’re like, "YESSSSS! My worries are over! I’m about to be rich without lifting a finger!" But hang on a... read more →

The Aha! Moment 🤯 Back when I was a financial advisor, I kept seeing the same frustrating problems over and over. Clients were making fantastic money but still had lines of credit, juggling credit cards, and spending way beyond their means. You know the drill: lifestyle inflation, overspending, financial mismanagement.... read more →