When you’re buried by debt from your past financial decisions, it’s tempting to want to hide it from others. But there are people out there who are willing and able to help you become debt-free – and they’ve got the expertise to help you get started. 1. A financial coach helps you understand your
Is there a good formula to help me set up a budget?
When it comes to winning with money, you can’t make any progress without a plan. But when you’re drowning in debt, it can feel impossible to know where to start. But you don’t have to stay stuck! Here are four sure-fire ways to help set your budget up for success every month. 1. Update your
5 ways to slash your auto insurance costs
Insurance. It’s one of those things that we ALL need for our cars, but it can be hard to fork over money for something that’s for “just in case”. But believe us – when something goes wrong, you’ll be glad to have that insurance policy in your back pocket. So until you really need it, what are
7 tips for back-to-school shopping
The summer is flying by (it’s not just you, we promise), and it’s already time to start thinking about back-to-school shopping. When you’re on a budget, school shopping can be a source of extra stress. But with a few simple tricks, you can save your wallet and set your kids up for a great year of
5 tips for buying a home in a seller’s market
With low interest rates, a low supply of new houses, and an explosion of new buyers, the housing market is seeing a surge in demand - which means rising housing prices and a hyper-competitive seller’s market. While the market may be challenging (especially for new home buyers) you don’t have to give
3 ways inflation is affecting your budget (plus three ways you can take action)
If you’ve watched the news lately, you’ve probably heard something about inflation, along with all the negative impacts it’s going to have on your wallet. While it may sound complicated, inflation just means that the costs of goods are going up – and your dollars are worth a bit less. There’s a
5 Ways to “Spring Clean” Your Budget
You’re probably already doing some spring cleaning around the house – so why not take advantage of your momentum and spruce up a few of your budgeting habits, too? Here are five ways you can revitalize your budget and refresh your 2021 financial goals this month. 1. Aim to budget for zero Don’t
Strong Tower Adds New Service for Clients
In May of 2010, I embarked on a new journey helping people one-on-one with their personal finances. My goal has always been to provide help and hope to those who either are hurting financially or need a second opinion from a professional while not selling financial products. Almost seven years