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What to Tell Your Kids When You’re Drowning In Debt
We started our debt-free journey drowning in debt. About as much as our gross income. Yep, we screwed up…..BIG TIME. I remember the day when we sat down and told our four ...
An Open Letter to My Three Children
In 2015 I wrote an open letter to my three children. It was inspired by the Jim Collins post I read titled "How I failed my daughter and a simple path to wealth" and Cait's ...
Avoiding Failure to Launch into Financial Adulthood
Have you heard the phrase Failure to Launch before? I'm sure you have, there was a $100 million dollar grossing movie, starring Matthew McConaughey and Sarah Jessica Parker of ...
Father’s Day: What My Dad Taught Me about Life
In honor of Father's Day and my dad, I hope you enjoy this post On this Father’s Day, I wanted to share what my dad taught me about life and personal finance. Early this ...
Teaching Your Kids Financial Discipline
We take so many of our habits, both good and bad, from our parents. When thinking about your spending habits, consider how your parents might have influenced you. Did they ...
Financial Steps to Take Before Divorce
Divorce is something no one wants to prepare for, but in some cases, it is the best decision for a couple. The steps you take before and during your divorce could help you ...
Rolodex of Memories
There are certain days or events that are locked in my memory. When I think about them I can recall them with such vivid images and amazing details. It’s truly amazing the ...