Why are financial advisers only interested in stocks, bonds, and insurance products? If they are truly advising on financial matters, shouldn’t they know about all the options that exist? Why do they never mention real estate?. Oh yeah, that’s right, they have no way of making any money on this
Where Are You On The Hierarchy of Financial Needs?
What motivates you? What’s the driving force behind your actions? What's your ‘why’?According to psychologist Abraham Maslow and his work, “A Theory of Human Motivation”, individuals are motivated by a hierarchy of needs. In this paper, Maslow describes that people are driven by their unmet
4 Ways You Can Achieve Financial Freedom and Retire Early
Do you dream about financial freedom? Being able to live life on your terms? Not being told what to do and when to do it?If you’re like most people, these thoughts have crossed your mind. You’ve dreamed of telling your boss “No,” walking out the door, and regaining control of your life. But, most
Why Golden Handcuffs Make You Miserable And How To Escape
Would you risk a good life for a great one?Many people I talk to have a good life. They're paid well, live in a nice home, and get to vacation a few times per year. Despite this, they feel like something is missing or is holding them back from having a greater sense of life satisfaction. Most often,
9 Clear Signs You’re Living Beyond Your Means and Their Solutions
In today’s consumer-based society, living beyond your means is easier than ever before. With online shopping, instant delivery, and easy credit; retailers encourage you to buy in excess anytime you’d like!The people most likely to over spend are the ones who don’t budget. They haven’t realized the
Financial Automation: The Easiest Way To Manage Your Money
Another late payment? Forgot to save again this month? Paying more needless fees?Managing money can seem exhausting! It takes time to keep up with bills, track your spending, and review your budget. And if you’re like most people, you’d rather do just about anything else!But, managing your finances
How To Determine The Best Use Of Your Extra Money
Do you remember the mnemonic, Please Excuse My Dear Aunt Sally?As a refresher, this saying is a way to remember the mathematical order of operations which is the sequence of steps you need to take to get the correct answer and solve a math problem.The same thing is true in personal finance. Everyone
How to Work Smarter, Not Harder: Your 3 Income Types
Disclaimer: I am not a CPA. The information contained on this website is for informational purposes only and is not actual accounting advice. Be sure to contact your accountant before you take any action.If you are like most Americans, you spend the majority of your day at work. You put in long