Financial Harmony: A Newlywed's Guide to Building a Strong Financial Foundation

Our “for richer or poorer” vows don’t always hold up, sadly. A 2014 study from the American Psychological Association finds that almost one third of couples believe money to be a major so

Navigating Financial Conversations with Family: How to Ask for Money

A majority of parents has financially supported an adult child in the last 12 months, according to PewResearch. But how do you actually gauge this topic and ask money from mom and dad? My

Financial Planning for Elder Care: Preparing for Family Member Expenses

Twenty-three year-old Emilie Lima Burke has started to save $20 per day. It’s not for a vacation or her retirement fund. Instead, she’s preparing for the moment she expects she’ll need to

Financial Transparency in Relationships: Understanding Shared Finances

Click image to play video. You may not be a numbers person and despise thinking about money. I get it. (Although, I suspect you may be underestimating yourself.) Because of this, if you&

The Real Cost of Raising a Child: A Comprehensive Guide

  Guess how much it costs to raise a child these days (not including college costs). The latest government figures show that for a middle-income family, parents can expect to spend

Pet-Free Companionship: 4 Affordable Alternatives to Pet Ownership

Last week was National Puppy Day, so no doubt your Instagram feed was filled with picture after picture of oversized-paws, pink tongues and floppy ears… all tagged #furbaby – amirig

Debt Elimination Plan: A Step-by-Step Guide to Financial Freedom

March Mint Audit: Samantha, mom of two, struggling to pay off $41,000 in credit card debt Samantha contacted me recently to ask how she and her husband could squash their $41,000 in credi

Raising Financially Savvy Kids: Expert Advice from So Money Podcast

With Mother’s Day around the corner, moms everywhere can rejoice in knowing that they tend to leave a positive impact on their children’s financial lives. A survey finds 81% of Americans

529 College Savings Plans: Maximize Your Child's Future

Want to know a little secret? Less than 10% of Americans are “in the know”…… it’s a financial tool that could more than double your money for college over your child’s lifetim

Financial Compatibility: Essential Conversations for Engaged Couples

Congratulations on your engagement! You and your significant other are perfect for each other, and you want to spend the rest of your lives together. But did you have the talk? You’re p

Financial Planning for Couples: Building a Secure Future Together

When it comes to a healthy relationship, it’s very important to talk about money management, how you’re going to budget, save, everything. Joining two lives is complicated enough

Raising Financially Savvy Kids: Proven Money Lessons for Children

Growing up, I suspect my parents talked about money more than the average family. From a young age I knew how much they earned. I knew how much our house was worth (before you could jus

Navigating Pre-Marriage Conversations: A Guide to 'The Talk'

Navigating Finances After Marriage: A Practical Guide

Hey everyone, thank you or your well wishes and sweet notes. I’m married! But guess what? Once you’re married and starting your happily ever after, you must still discuss finances. Now ou

Smart Back-to-School Budgeting: Tips & Tricks to Save Money

I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but summer is coming to an end. You know what that means—back to school shopping! Whether you are shopping for yourself or for your growing little one

Back-to-School Childcare Costs: A Bay Area Family's Experience & Savings

For the past five years, our oldest daughter has been enrolled in daycare. So, my husband and I have eagerly awaited the day when she would start public school and we could once again enj

Unwrap Joy: 6 Unique Holiday Gifts Beyond Wrapping Paper

The holidays are time for family. Here are some ideas from our friends at Quotacy on how to make the most of this holiday season with your loved ones. It’s the season of generosity. Not

Valentine's Day Gift Guide: Show Love Without Overspending

When you were a youngster, displaying one’s affections on Valentine’s Day meant perforated paper cards bought in bulk and handfuls of sugary conversation hearts. Fast forward to present-d

Affordable Valentine's Day Celebrations: Meaningful Ways to Connect

Not everyone is a big fan of Valentine’s Day. My husband and I, for instance, see it as an excuse to sell greeting cards and boxes of chocolate. When February 14th rolls around, you won’t

Joint Budgeting: Strategies for Couples with Different Financial Styles

I love you but…you spend like a 12-year-old with a credit card.  I love you but…I hate living like we’re broke college students.  Sound familiar? Budgeting is hard enough when you h