How to Manage Variable Income: A Cash Flow System for Irregular Income
Why Variable Income Requires a Different Cash Flow Strategy Even with a steady paycheck, cash flow planning is frustrating. “Budgeting” is a word soaked in evil. Ugh, do I really
behavioral finance
How to Prioritize Financial Goals When Everything Feels Important
Do you ever feel like you’re giving everything you have to balance it all? As if you’re sitting 8 feet high on a unicycle… with a stack of dishes towering
The Risk of Holding Too Much Cash & What to Do About It
Too Much Cash?! Yes, it’s possible. Much like any time I sit down with a spoon and a pint of Ben & Jerry’s, the same holds true with cash… You
What is Enough?
What is “enough”? There’s nothing like a major life milestone to bring on a spell of deep reflection. Since having our daughter a few months ago, I’ve really been chewing
Traditional vs Roth 401(k): How to Choose the Right Contribution Strategy
The Simple Framework for 401(k) Contributions Not to sandbag our version of this question right out of the gate, but this blog/article/education exists on every personal finance resource on the
Upsizing Your Home
The Benefits of Upgrading Your Home Is this not your first rodeo when it comes to buying a home, and you’re ready to get back on the horse? This blog is
Comparison: The Thief of Joy & a Monster Without Context
Two of the most helpful financial tools out there might just be: A pair of earplugs A set of blinders Hear me out… The Thief of Financial Joy The idea
How to Take Control of Your Cash Flow
I believe the venerable Wu-Tang Clan hit the target when they posited that “cash rules everything around me”. It’s a simple yet profound fact of the modern world we live
Presidential Inauguration and Your 401k
Presidential Elections vs. the Stock Market New President = New Investment Strategy? Not so fast! Historically speaking, there is nothing red or blue about the United States stock market. It’s
Upbeat Wealth on the News: Finance 101 for Graduates
Mike Turi is back on Great Day Louisiana with Malik Mingo to discuss building healthy financial habits for high school and college graduates.