Managing Money

A reader once shared something that stopped me in my tracks: “I’m not worried about how much money I have. I’m worried about whether it will show up when I need it.” This is a common mindset…

Last year, I asked the women in our community how they make money in retirement. Their answers were amazing and showed just how creative our generation has become when it comes to supplementing our income in the best years of our lives…

The use of beneficiary designations is one issue that is not well understood and can lead to much confusion. Most people think it is a simple matter of naming a person to receive certain assets by will or trust or naming them as a beneficiary of a retirement plan. I only wish it were that simple!

Everything doesn’t suddenly change overnight going from December 31 to January 1, but because we turn the page of a calendar and get used to writing a new year when we date something, it feels different. The good news is that we get to choose what we give our energy to next…

Imagine how many candidates are reviewed by recruiters and hiring managers annually. Now, imagine how many of them bring their biggest personality quirks and issues into the room. This happens at the resume stage…

Not long ago, a woman in her early 60s asked me a question I hear more often than you might expect: “My home is paid off, but I still worry about money in retirement. Am I supposed to sell it someday or just hope I never need to?” She was not looking for a loan…

It may seem a little strange, but budgeting can be great fun, leaving any money saved to splurge on rainy days and holidays. Sometimes we may just want peace of mind, knowing if something unexpected comes up, we will be OK…

Retirement is supposed to feel like a release. You worked hard. You planned. You were careful. You did the responsible things. So, when people finally reach this stage, they often expect to feel lighter. More relaxed. More at ease. And yet, many don’t…

Many of us like to think that we are being practical in an effort to be more efficient. This can be especially true when it comes to money later in life. We want a solution that feels simple, efficient, and doesn’t result in added stress…

For many women over 60, the home is more than just a place to live. It’s security, memories, and often the single largest financial asset. As living costs, healthcare expenses, and family responsibilities grow, it’s natural…