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Achieving Financial Independence, Balanced Living, College, Goals-Based Planning

How You Can Succeed Like a Pro in 2020

I thought you may be interested to know how an experienced (25-years) financial planning professional goes about planning for financial success in the New Year. MY GOAL - Live a balanced lifestyle, enjoying life today while saving for an uncertain…

HSA

Achieving Financial Independence, Insurance, Investments, Tax Planning

Triple Tax Advantaged Health Savings Account's (HSA's) Are Amazing!

Love my HSA for super tax preferred savings!

Counting Your Pennies, Uncategorized

Stash of Cash

Cash is Still King! When it comes to your finances, nothing gives you peace of mind like having a large stash of cash. I'm not talking about a few hundred or a few thousand, but rather a minimum of ten thousand and more than twenty thousand. …

become wealthy

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Counting Your Pennies, Financial Management

How to Spend Less Money Now!

I've been there, wondering how in the world am I going to save a little money on what I make. I figured it out in my late twenties, started saving some of my paycheck automatically and could only spend what was left. Figuring out how to…

become wealthy

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Achieving Financial Independence, Balanced Living, Child's Play, Counting Your Pennies, Post-Retirement Planning

Spoiling Kids Could Make Them Rotten and you Poor

Kids have always been sponges when it comes to learning from their parents. As an adult, I can reflect on what I learned from my mom and dad. I admit (and am proud of) that I'm a lot like they were/are. Unfortunately, I've spoiled my kids…

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Achieving Financial Independence, Balanced Living

How to Save Money While Getting Healthy

Earlier this month, I was reminded by a sports nutritionist how horrible soda is for your body and how critical water is to living a healthy life. The nutritionist mentioned that a lack of the ability to focus is a common symptom of dehydration…