New tariffs announced by President Trump took effect this week. While there’s ongoing debate about their long-term economic impact, many economists agree that in the short term, Americans will likely …
Pets are an important part of life for many of us, including military families. Whether your pet has fur, feathers, or fins, they provide companionship and fun. However, the benefits …
New year, new you! Cut “empty calories” from your budget. This week’s workout: Spend Less Than You Earn Count calories in your budget, by tallying dollars coming in and going …
Balancing family life with military life is a major task, often requiring support from dependent care providers. If you’re covering the cost of care for your loved ones, you already …
It may be true that “money can’t buy happiness,” but how you manage money can impact your mental health. In the wake of Suicide Prevention Month, I want to shed …
The holiday season can be a magical time of year filled with warmth, laughter, and, of course, holiday gatherings. If you’re a brave soul hosting this year, those holiday meals …
Fall is by far my favorite season! Football is back, the weather is cooling off and our family is settling back into a routine. I often get caught up in …
Like all of us, I’ve experienced financial challenges over the years. Even being a financial planner doesn’t make you immune to money problems. I know from first-hand experience that managing …
Want to feel old? Go back-to-school shopping with your teen like I recently did. You’ll learn the latest fashion trends, hairstyles, and lingo to make the upcoming school year a …
Life is uncertain. Life is unpredictable. We’ve heard this many times but most of us never really understand the true meaning until something happens to change the course of our …
