Tag Archives | cash flow

D is for De-clutter your home and help your finances.

By on May 6, 2013 in Answers from A to Z

Our culture has taught us that we need more and more belongings to live a comfortable life. The result is a large amount of clutter accompanied by a declining bank account. If all the clutter in your home is having a negative impact on your finances – You may wish to consider some positive reasons [...]

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A is for What Is Asset Allocation?

By on April 15, 2013 in Answers from A to Z

It’s important to understand the different asset classes and the role they may be able to play in your financial strategies. Many financial experts believe that asset allocation may be the single most important factor influencing long-term investment returns, regardless of short-term market fluctuations.1 You could potentially lower your investment risk and increase your chances [...]

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Fabulous Financial Facts – Tax Strategies for Job Hunters

By on January 7, 2013 in Chicks Chat and Change

If you are one of the many who became unemployed or have had to move out of town to find a job, you may qualify for additional tax deductions for the year as long as you are searching for a job within your current occupation. You are still allowed to still take deductions even if [...]

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M is for Making Financial Resolutions in the New Year.

By on December 31, 2012 in Answers from A to Z

    It’s the start of a New Year and the possibility for change and improvements are endless. You can join the gym, learn a second language, take up pottery, and promise to spend more time with your loved ones. Any and all of these are great new starts, but don’t forget to include — [...]

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L is for Lending to Friends and Family.

By on December 17, 2012 in Answers from A to Z, Topics to Think About

    Should you lend money to friends or families that are hurting financially?  Many of us have a hard time denying this request from a loved one. It’s not wrong to want to help someone in need, but do so without destroying your own finances. Before you consider making this loan — reflect on [...]

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K is for Keeping Holiday Spending under Control.

By on December 10, 2012 in Answers from A to Z, Topics to Think About

      The holiday season fills most of us with excitement, nostalgia and anticipation. We look forward to holiday festivities, beautiful decorations, special gatherings and the exchange of gifts between family and friends. What we sometime forget during all the hustle and bustle is not to get in over our head in debt. In [...]

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J is for Joining Finances with Your Partner.

By on December 3, 2012 in Answers from A to Z, Topics to Think About

      Due to the rise in marriages occurring later in life, many couples are entering their first marriage with assets.  So how do you deal with merging two lives emotionally and financially without causing strain on the relationship? The key would be to start with an open and honest workable structure for your [...]

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I is for Investing in Your Twenties.

By on November 26, 2012 in Answers from A to Z, Take Responsibility, Topics to Think About

  Youth is a wonderful time to dream of all of life’s endless possibilities. So why spend time worrying about your golden years? A good reason is that in this day and age, you will probably find that YOU and YOU alone must fund your retirement. This doesn’t mean you need to stop pursuing your [...]

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H is for How Does Your Money History Affect You Today?

By on November 12, 2012 in Answers from A to Z, Take Responsibility, Topics to Think About

    We all have different values, attitudes and behaviors that are unique to us based upon our life experiences. These experiences and lessons extend to our emotional connection with money. The lessons learned from our parents or caregivers regarding money can follow us into adulthood. Some of these lessons will help you while others [...]

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G is for Getting Ready for Tax Season if You are Job-Hunting.

By on November 5, 2012 in Answers from A to Z, Know Your Options, Topics to Think About, Uncategorized

    This year has been a difficult year for a lot of people. If you are one of the many who became unemployed or had to move out of town to find a job, you may qualify for additional deductions for the year as long as your job search remains within your current field. [...]

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