I care about your financial dignity, but not more than you do. You have to want it for yourself more than I want it for you. I’ve learned this the hard way.
I disagree with Dave Ramsey! Dave's extreme approach can lead to burnout and certain pieces of his advice are dangerous to your financial health.
The Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, which runs LetsMakeAPlan.org, doesn’t inform users about customer complaints, regulatory skirmishes and other problems
Ditch the cycle of shame around finances and make peace with money with Christine Luken. Own your Financial Dignity.
There are three keys to your financial plan, or as I like to call it, your "Prosperity Plan" – a spending plan, a savings plan, and a debt-reduction plan.
Managing emotions with money is easier said than done, and it takes both intention and practice.
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The Foundations of Financial Dignity Training is for financial planners and money coaches who want to increase emotional money IQ with their clients.
There are three keys to your financial plan, or as I like to call it, your "Prosperity Plan" – a spending plan, a savings plan, and a debt-reduction plan.
Doing a monthly budget is the quickest way to get to your Preferred Financial Destination, however, it’s important to be aware of the most common budget blunders and how to avoid them. The first Budget Blunder is being unaware of what you’re spending as you go through the month, which causes you to go over […]
Before it's too late, these tips can help you detect whether you're working with a dishonest financial professional.
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The Foundations of Financial Dignity Training is for financial planners and money coaches who want to increase emotional money IQ with their clients.
I know how to spot a financial manipulator from a mile away. Being engaged to one, back in my twenties, gave me a front row seat to the telltale signs.
As you travel through your 20s, try not to trip over these obstacles.
Financial Lifeguard, Christine Luken, explains how she used Mindful Money Management to rescue herself when she hit financial rock bottom, and how you can, too.
Here are 10 questions to ask a financial advisor before hiring your next one. Then you'll be confident that they are looking out for your best interests!
I had an epiphany the other day: I am the Marie Kondo of money. I help people tidy up and organize their finances, removing the overwhelm, once and for all.
If you could fix your money mess yourself, wouldn’t you have already done it? It’s okay to need money advice, accountability, and encouragement to from a coach.
Here are the most expensive divorce mistakes to avoid. If you’re currently in the midst of a divorce, you’re at risk for emotional money mistakes.
Unlike the money gurus who preach the monthly budget meeting, I prefer that my clients have a weekly money date instead.
The easiest way to fix your finances is also the most successful in the long-term! But have you noticed that we tend to complicate things...
Financial Lifeguard, Christine Luken, explains how she used Mindful Money Management to rescue herself when she hit financial rock bottom, and how you can, too.
[My buddy Fiona, a.k.a The Millennial Money Woman is a financial ninja! She graduated college debt-free by working 50-plus hour weeks (on top of her... Read More
If you withdraw money too early, you could shortchange yourself in retirement.
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A divorce financial adviser says these are the nasty surprises divorcing and divorced women often face. Plus: a new survey on women, divorce and money.
Remember when you wanted what you currently have? Here's a great exercise to do to remind yourself to be more appreciative... of yourself ;)
Here’s your money wellness checklist with the specific steps to take to become and stay financially healthy.
What’s the worst financial advice you’ve received? I got some very interesting answers to this question!
Yes, that’s right, I said it: “Screw keeping up with the Joneses.” (Much less the Kardashians!) The majority of my clients come to me stressed out about...
Many of us may be too liberal with what we spend, or overly permissive with our kids. A new WalletHub survey released this week shows that moms are 3.6
We all want to help a friend in need, but it could be a mistake to share your hard-earned cash.
In today's podcast, we're talking about The Bank of Mom and Dad - and it's not what you think! Teaching kids about money is a challenge!
Yes, I met Mel Robbins using the 5 Second Rule! If you've never heard about Mel Robbins, it's about time you did. She is a bestselling author...
Sooner or later that day will come. How to tell if you're ready and what to do if you need a course correction.
So, I’m assuming you are here reading this because you want to get yourself some more money. And since this is Mr. Money Mustache and not a standard financial publication, you’re willin…
As women, we have more power over our personal finances than we think we do. We just need to own that power. We may not be able to change the gender wage gap overnight but if each of us take constructive steps to increase our own power and knowledge around the subject of money, and teach our daughte
More than 44 million Americans collectively have over $1.5 trillion in student debt. Over time, the mounting pressures from this crisis have likely instilled fear among younger generations — they’re far more averse to launching new ventures. In fact, new businesses as a percentage of all U.S. companies dropped by 29% between 1977 and 2016. Employers can help by providing employee benefits beyond the current loan forgiveness programs. Fidelity Investments, for example, offers employees up to $2,000 a year toward loan repayment. Capital funders also have a part to play. Most investment capital goes to a small percentage of new ventures. But new models — like RevUp Captial’s revenue-based financing — are arising. While some of these models are a great start for organizations generating revenue, there are still opportunities for innovation to fund earlier stage investments that are inherently riskier.
Good or bad, your earliest memories of money—and all the emotions associated with them—are likely telling of how you handle money as an adult.
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Ready to feel positive and peaceful about your money? Financial Dignity for Women gives you the confidence & skills you need master your personal finances.
Here's exactly how I appealed my property tax assessment for my real estate rental in Texas and how I could have done it better (future knowledge!).