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My husband and I purchased our first house at the age of twenty-four. When we signed the loan papers, the closing agent looked me straight in the eye and said, “You are the youngest couple to ever sit across the table from me. You should be very proud of this accomplishment.” I remember feeling a … Read more
My oldest child is afraid of monsters and the dark. He races up from the basement so he won’t be the last one left down there and still struggles to fall asleep on his own. He’s always been a bit fearful of things, but lately, it felt like his fear was growing. I wanted to … Read more
My family and I began searching for a house last June. Since that time, we’ve driven into countless neighborhoods looking for a place to grow new roots. A week ago, we found a place that checked off the boxes on our house hunting checklist. We made an offer and signed a contract, but minutes later, … Read more
What does it mean when you dream about counting money? Counting money in a dream may mean you are attempting to measure your self-worth. If you feel successful and confident, you may count a large mound of paper money or coins. If you feel jealous or uncertain, you might count a smaller pile. Counting money … Read more
Letting Go of Toys We haven’t picked out a new house, but we started cleaning, packing, and decluttering as though we’ve already found one to love. This week I tackled the closets, beginning the painstaking process of boxing up our belongings in preparation for our move. I spent two days transporting our possessions out of the darkness … Read more
Ask a group of money nerds the best way to get rich, and you’ll likely receive a handful of juicy tips for building your nest egg. While new advice pops up on occasion, most financial gurus stick to a list of tried and true favorites. Living below your means is one such piece of financial … Read more
A few months ago, I began working with a life coach. During one particularly engaging session, she asked me to write down the words I would use to describe myself. My pen hit the paper, and I scribbled out the following: Mother Wife Writer Seeker of Good Fortune Blogger Friend Daughter Optimist I looked at … Read more
Money fights are the leading cause of stress for couples and the third most common cause of divorce. Have you ever wondered why couples argue so frequently about money? What is the underlying cause of these arguments? Could it be a lack of financial compatibility? Let’s face it. The act of falling in love centers on an emotional … Read more
What is generational wealth? Generational wealth is the transfer of assets from one generation to another. In the traditional sense, generational wealth includes tangible possessions like cash, properties, businesses, and investments. The transfer of wealth typically occurs after an individual dies, but wealth can also trickle down to the next generation slowly over time. Examples … Read more
What is stealth wealth? Stealth wealth is the desire to conceal your net worth from others. While some millionaires like to flaunt their riches, others do their best to hide it. Why would someone want to hide their wealth? That’s an interesting question. Ask a wealthy individual why they practice stealth wealth, and they’ll most … Read more