We often tell ourselves that we make financial decisions based on logic, numbers, and careful planning. But in reality, emotions frequently take the lead, sometimes without us even noticing. I remember buying my first car. I walked into the dealership determined to stay within budget. But I drove out with
Many people confuse risk tolerance with risk capacity, but these terms represent two distinct parts of investment decision-making. Risk tolerance explains how much risk you feel comfortable taking. It captures your emotional response to uncertainty and the possibility of loss. On the other hand, risk capacity evaluates how much risk
When it comes to planning for retirement, one of the most common questions people face is whether to contribute to a Traditional IRA or a Roth IRA. While both accounts offer tax advantages and are designed to help you save for retirement, they differ in how and when you get
Love him or hate him, Morgan Wallen is a beast of an artist. He just dropped a 37 track album 🤯. In 2021 he dropped a 30 track album, titled Dangerous, and I thought he was crazy. Then in 2023 he dropped a 36 track album, One Thing at a
Young professionals have one major advantage in building wealth: time. Starting to invest early creates long-term momentum. It gives investments the chance to grow steadily before major life expenses begin to compete for attention. Cash sitting in a checking account loses value. Investments, when managed wisely, have the potential to
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I surprised a client the other day when we gave him some thoughts on his taxes. I’m not a CPA or EA and don’t claim to be, but as a CFP, I’ve learned a thing or two about taxes and I enjoy sharing what I know. After giving him our
If it costs less than $500 to replace, please do not buy insurance on it. I know that sounds strange coming from a financial advisor but hear me out.. Insurance is there to protect you from risks you cannot afford to take on yourself, not the ones you can. Yet
Planning for retirement isn’t just about saving money — it’s about knowing how much you need to retire comfortably. That “how much” is often referred to as your retirement number — the amount of money you’ll need saved to maintain your lifestyle once you stop working. But do you know
Fifteen years ago, I had a different plan. I thought I was going to be an attorney. Specifically, an estate planning attorney like my great uncle. The one my grandfather said I looked just like. That stuck with me. I had the grades. I was studying finance. I played college
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