I've been in the business world for over 30 years, specifically the financial industry. But no matter the industry, I've worked with all types of people. Some weird, some wonderful, some horrible. Listen in to hear about the top things I've learned so far that might help you...
What came first? The chicken or the egg? The lifelong debate still rages on today. If you didn't already know, I love animals. Since moving to Colorado 12 or so years ago, I've wanted a chicken coop. There's something about fostering the circle of life. And bonus! EGGS!!! My friend, Kerrie calls them my little dinosaurs. They are so funny and such a joy. However, Brett and I have argued about the cost benefit (or detriment) to having chickens and if its worth it. Can you guess? Is it?...
At this moment in time, we are in a huge flux - and not in a good way. Interest rates are up, gas prices are the highest they've ever been, food is expensive, and so on. I'm hoping that you haven't felt the squeeze, and won't, but just in case I've assembled 10 tips on how to recession proof your money. BTW, they're also great tips for any old time you're ready for a financial refresh. Take a listen...
You've heard the term Cash is king. If cash is king, then leverage is the Queen. Leverage can be your best friend. Or it can be "Mean Girls" on steroids. Remember The Great Recession of 2008? I sure do. If you're younger than me, you might have lived through it by watching your parents struggle. That is a perfect example of leverage gone wrong. I know how frustrating money can be. Making it, learning about it, managing your hang ups over it. Sometimes it takes a trusted advisor to bring a fresh ...
No really, I’m totally looking at you. Now, before you get up in my grill and tell me what a horrible person I am, let me explain... Have you ever tried to play tennis? Golf? Soccer? If you’ve ever played any of these sports before, you know how hard it is to just start. Hand-Eye (or feet) coordination is super hard until you start practicing. And usually you have some sort of coach that will guide you on knowledge and technique. And eventually it begins to get easier and easier. Hopefully, afte...
Just like The Dave Chappell Show , its time to Wrap It Up... Even if you’re just dipping your toe into your 50’s, the thought of retirement is on your mind. You now have less than 15 years or so to get your S#&T together. So, what should you be doing at this point? Well, first of all, you should be going back on my last 3 episodes to revisit all the items in your 20’s through 40’s and checking off all those first. Today, I'm chatting about: Retirement Benefits Analysis, Long Term Care Insura...
I keep hearing that 40 is the new 30. Can someone confirm that for my knees?? Cause those gals feel like they’re 90! Money in your 40s is when you're really getting down to business, so hang tight because just like George Jefferson, you are movin’ on up! This episode we're talking: asset allocation investment strategies. The financial world can be daunting. Trust me, I know it’s not a subject that’s always user-friendly, accessible, or directed particularly to women. BUT, and it’s a pretty impor...
Financial Planning In Your 30’s Is it possible to be more adult? I don’t know, but here you are. 🤪 More adult. Congratulations! What’s going on in your 30’s? Knee-deep in student debt repay Maybe you’ve started a family Searching for your career path that is satisfying, but also pays the bills On track with your corporate job and leveling up. Do any of these sound familiar? With your 20’s in the rear-view mirror and the fundamentals done ✅, you’ve now graduated to the next level of financial we...
Join me in this 4 part series, inspired by our favorite fashion magazines. Not only can we break down fashion, self care and makeup by our age groups, we can also do this in our money lives. Today, we’re talking about all you youngsters out there in your 20’s. And BTW, these are great tips for any age. Just sayin’. Congratulations! You made it. You’re here. YOU ARE AN ADULT. You’re probably just finishing college, or maybe you were just graduated. Either way, you’re hopefully starting to think a...
I'm getting a little personal over here. Have you ever heard the saying that you should pick a hairdresser that has the worst hair? Sounds crazy, but if your hairdresser doesn't have time to do their own hair, that means they're busy making others look beautiful. Weird, I know. But, we don't hold financial people to that adage. Most of us envision that our financial professionals should wear expensive suits, drive expensive cars. have big houses. But did you know that we have secrets too? Want t...
You’ve been hustling, doing all the things, giving up your time, sacrificing to get to the level where you’re making money online. So, now what?? Are you catching up on debts? Blowing it all like you’re at the craps table in Vegas? Or are you paying for groceries? Finally affording your electric bill? Whatever, your situation is - if you are making money, then you need to listen up! I was just chatting with a sweet friend the other day and she was telling me that she was killing it in her compan...
One of the things that both Brett and I wish our parents had done was put us in a foreign language class. Now we have our daughter learning Spanish. So easy for her, but a little difficult for me. 😁 Want to know what else is like a foreign language? Money talk. When a financial advisor get going on things like asset allocation, diversification, Alpha, Beta, standard deviation, and so on. You probably look like a deer in headlights. Personally, I take a nap, because its kind of a snooze fest. An...
What to know the best budgeting tip during the Pandemic? Delete your shopping apps, girl! But seriously, how you can maximize your time at home, and making sure that when we return to normal (or the new normal) that you’re even better off financially. Listen in for some thoughtful suggestions on how you can get your checkbook under control, while taking on some side hustles to earn extra money.
Can an HOA and the Internet affect your Financial Plan? Yep... I wanted to share an interesting definition that is now imperative to include into your financial planning. It’s called Planned Obsolescence. So, what the cheese curds is planned obsolescence? A more formal definition that I found states, PLANNED OBSOLESCENCE describes a strategy of deliberately ensuring that the current version of a given product will become out of date or useless within a known time period. This proactive move guar...
Every super hero has an origin story... So, I can hear you laughing right now, but have you ever seen me and Wonder Woman in the same room, at the same time? Just sayin' But, I really am a superhero - with money. A financial advisor is someone who helps you discover the great truths about your financial life that you need to know and don’t. A great financial advisor will put aside any product bias and find the tools that are the best fit for you and your family. I became a financial advisor beca...
We've all heard about funnels in the online space, right? This is what online business people use to grab people's attention and then filter them down to sell them a product, service or whatever. We all are familiar with the concept and mostly how to use them. Some of us more than others. Ha! So, let's take that familiar concept and change the conversation to money. Cause in my little online world, its all about the Benjamins, baby. Normally, You start at the bottom of a funnel or pyramid, worki...
Today, I have the privilege of chatting with Kelly Castillo, from the blog She's a Full on Monet. I love her blog name because it comes from one of my favorite movies, Clueless. Her amazing lifestyle site is a place of respite for women of all sizes, shapes and colors - creating real connections. I connected with Kelly to share about investing in yourself, specifically in regards to fashion. Make sure to check out the show notes at southernfriedbusiness.com to grab some helpful information that ...
Every Tuesday, I break down money terms into easily digestible snacks to increase your knowledge and build your money confidence. When financial people are using industry jargon, do you feel a little lost? Tune in each week and you’ll be explaining market updates and translating money lingo to all your friends, in no time! 😀🤑💲💰. Today I'm chatting about... Indicators 📈 Economic indicators are some of the most valuable tools investors can have in their toolbox. In its simplest form, an econo...
Hey y’all, and happy Tuesday! I’m back for another edition of terminology Tuesday, where I break down money terms into easily digestible snacks to increase your knowledge and build your confidence. When financial people are using industry jargon, are you feeling a little lost? Tune in each week and you’ll be explaining market updates and translating money lingo to all your friends, in no time! 😀🤑💲💰. . Today, we're chatting about... Capital Gains. Check the blog, aka show notes, to view and s...
Hey y’all, and happy Tuesday! I’m back for another edition of terminology Tuesday, where I break down money terms into easily digestible snacks to increase your knowledge and build your confidence. When financial people are using industry jargon, are you feeling a little lost? Tune in each week and you’ll be explaining market updates and translating money lingo to all your friends, in no time! 😀🤑💲💰. . Today, we're chatting about... Balance Sheets and why its so important for you and your fam...
Hey y’all, and happy Tuesday! I’m back for another edition of terminology Tuesday, where I break down money terms into easily digestible snacks to increase your knowledge and build your confidence. When financial people are using industry jargon, are you feeling a little lost? Tune in each week and you’ll be explaining market updates and translating money lingo to all your friends, in no time! 😀🤑💲💰. . Today, we're chatting about... The PPP, aka The Paycheck Protection Program...
Hey y’all, and happy Tuesday! I’m back for another edition of terminology Tuesday, where I break down money terms into easily digestible snacks to increase your knowledge and build your confidence. When financial people are using industry jargon, are you feeling a little lost? Tune in each week and you’ll be explaining market updates and translating money lingo to all your friends, in no time! 😀🤑💲💰. . Today, we're chatting about... The S&P 500
Hey y’all, and happy Tuesday! I’m back for another edition of terminology Tuesday, where I break down money terms into easily digestible snacks to increase your knowledge and build your confidence. When financial people are using industry jargon, are you feeling a little lost? Tune in each week and you’ll be explaining market updates and translating money lingo to all your friends, in no time! 😀🤑💲💰. . Today, we're chatting about... The NASDAQ
Hey y’all, and happy Tuesday! I’m back for another edition of terminology Tuesday, where I break down money terms into easily digestible snacks to increase your knowledge and build your confidence. When financial people are using industry jargon, are you feeling a little lost? Tune in each week and you’ll be explaining market updates and translating money lingo to all your friends, in no time! 😀🤑💲💰. . Today, we're chatting about... The Dow Jones Industrial Average...
Take the red pill. 💊 Own your past to change your future. Have you ever seen that meme that says “if you’re waiting on a sign, then this is it.” Well, friend… This is it. I’m your friendly neighborhood universe money fairy godmother saying its your time. 💫 Its your time to get your money situation together. I know, I know. You don’t know what you’re doing. Or my spouse handles all that stuff. Or no one ever taught you how to do it. Or whatever. No more excuses. The answer to your money problem...
Hey y’all, and happy Tuesday! I’m back for another edition of terminology Tuesday, where I break down money terms into easily digestible snacks to increase your knowledge and build your confidence. When financial people are using industry jargon, are you feeling a little lost? Tune in each week and you’ll be explaining market updates and translating money lingo to all your friends, in no time! 😀🤑💲💰. . Today, we're chatting about... The New York Stock Exchange
Hey y’all, and happy Tuesday! I’m back for another edition of terminology Tuesday, where I break down money terms into easily digestible snacks to increase your knowledge and build your confidence. When financial people are using industry jargon, are you feeling a little lost? Tune in each week and you’ll be explaining market updates and translating money lingo to all your friends, in no time! 😀🤑💲💰. Today, we're chatting about... NQDC's, or Non Qualified Deferred Compensation Plans...
Hey y’all, and happy Tuesday! I’m back for another edition of terminology Tuesday, where I break down money terms into easily digestible snacks to increase your knowledge and build your confidence. When financial people are using industry jargon, are you feeling a little lost? Tune in each week and you’ll be explaining market updates and translating money lingo to all your friends, in no time! 😀🤑💲💰. . Today, we're chatting about... Stock options.
If you didn't already know, I have a 6 year old daughter. Needless to say, we are immersed in Disney. But, I write a money blog, so why in the world is this financial gal talking about Disney princesses? 👸🏼 Well, I'll tell you... We especially love Moana because... she saves herself. So, what are you waiting for? Grab your canoe, your paddle, and let’s go beyond the reef! {Moana movie reference}. 🛶
Why Aren't You Rich? Sounds like a simple question. 🤷🏼♀️ But really, why? If you're listening to all the so called financial experts out there, with their shows, books, courses, etc. then why aren't you further ahead? Answer: because their advice is designed for failure and mediocrity. I want you to know it all, so you can make informed money decisions. And believe it or not, its super easy! If you want to have a comfortable lifestyle (no matter what is going on in the world) and live a life ...
