I recently saw an old Jerry Seinfeld bit on Night Guy and Morning Guy. He perfectly explains how Night Guy is always screwing Morning Guy by staying out too late. It made me think about how it could just as easily be Spend Guy and Save Guy (or Gal of course). Spend Guy is great at living for ... Read More »
Let’s Start Allowances for Grown-ups!
Did you get an allowance as a kid? If yes, wasn’t it so cool and exciting?! You might have gotten it for doing chores around the house (I don’t think they call them chores anymore...) Or, maybe like we did with our kids you got an allowance each week as a way to learn about money. If you ... Read More »
How to Woo Your Money — (hint) it’s not with candy and flowers!
How do you celebrate Valentine’s Day? It's my favorite holiday! For me it is not just a day - as many see it - solely about romantic love. It's also a holiday that revels in all types of love and caring. Inspired by my mom and dad who always made a big deal about getting me ... Read More »
Do You believe these Money Myths too?
There is so much personal financial information available. There are books, podcasts, web sites, even entire television networks dedicated to financial information. Great ways to get smart about money? Well yes, in moderation. I’m sure you’ve experienced that too much can be overwhelming and ... Read More »
5 Questions to Guide your Post-stay-at-home Rebound
Have you noticed how your spending has changed during this time? Lots of people are spending less because income is way down, others because they just can’t spend in the same ways. Our family is spending less on just about everything except groceries. With both kids back at home (and super healthy ... Read More »