Helping Military Families Make The Most of Their Money
Nearly everyone has found themselves in a place where they could use a quick infusion of cash. Thankfully, there are a ton of ways to make money in this world. I’ve compiled a list of 50 51 58 ways to make 50 dollars fast. Look over the list, see what looks good to you, and give it… | Read More…
Over the last few weeks, I’ve been moved to do something to further awareness and understanding of the intersection of race and personal finance. Obviously, I’m not the best person to write about this, because I’m a middle-aged white woman who grew up in a white, upper middle-class suburb and raised white kids blessed with… | Read More…
That picture? That’s how I want to spend my days: sitting on the beach, in the shade, with a cool drink. One way I’m going to make that happen is by saving money so that I have more financial freedom. Saving isn’t always easy, but it is always easier if you have a plan. Use… | Read More…
Like many families, the Horrells have been pretty well at home for nearly three months now. My husband is still going into the office most days, and one person had a doctor’s appointment that needed to happen, and we’re all going out for walks/runs/bike rides, but that’s about it. I’m thankful that we have the… | Read More…
People ask me all the time: “Can you recommend a financial advisor?” I have a couple of names that I’ll share, but I feel like I should be able to provide a wider range of experiences and specialties. Well, now I can and it’s super easy. Those few advisors that I typically share, plus a… | Read More…
You know how some weeks it seems like the same thing hits you over and over and over again? (And I’m not talking about how you get an explosion of IKEA ads on your Facebook feed right after talking to your sister, on the phone, about IKEA. That’s just creepy.) This week, it’s been people… | Read More…
Many of you are asking about USAA’s transfer of their investment products to Victory Capital and/or Charles Schwab. There is a lot happening, and it is confusing. I’m really not the best person to explain it. Thankfully my friend Doug Nordman has written a really good piece that explains what’s happening using small words and… | Read More…
Most military families will be receiving a stimulus check as part of the economic relief package to help people affected by COVID-19. Military families are in a unique position that they’ll continue to receive their full military paycheck, so the best thing for a military family to do with their stimulus payment may be different… | Read More…
I often hear people say that they “don’t have time” to save money or make more money. After doing some observation, I’ve decided that this is rarely completely true. Sure, most of us are busy, but most of us also waste phenomenal amounts of time doing things that aren’t providing value to ourselves, or families,… | Read More…
My friend Airman at the Military Dollar blog has just published her simple (1 page!) and smart 2020 Financial Plan downloadable printable PDF, and I encourage y’all to go check it out. This yearly overview works with your monthly spending plan to give you a big picture view of your goals and how you’re going… | Read More…
