Wishing You a Happy Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is a joyous time of the year. It's the perfect time to reflect on the many people and things we have to be thankful for. I'd like to personally express my gratitude to YOU. Thank you! I appreciate the time you spend reading blog posts like this one,...
Real Talk: How to Avoid Paying High Credit Card Interest
If you're a credit card holder, then you probably already know about—high credit card interest rates. Sure, credit cards can be great for their convenience, ease of use, and the line of credit. But you have to use them wisely or they could cost you big time in...
How to Achieve the Impossible
Sometimes we can see something that may look impossible to everyone around us. That vision may be ours and ours alone. But then the chatter begins. The negativity swirls around us with people's doubts and discouraging words. That is the time that we must dig inside...
New Book Shows You How to Get Your Money Right
Money is one of the leading causes of stress. And many people feel there's no way out. Because they think it’s too complicated, they’re afraid to ask for help or feel it’s impossible. After reading countless personal finance books, I felt there was a need to write one...
3 Ways to Save on Southwest that Aren’t in the Commercials
If you’ve ever watched a Southwest Airlines commercial, you probably already know two of the biggest ways to save money on Southwest—bags fly free and no change fees. Those benefits alone could save you hundreds of dollars. Especially when airlines are charging for...
Exciting News – “Get Your Money Right” is Coming Soon…
Inquiring minds want to know and I’m excited to tell you that my first personal finance book—“Get Your Money Right: The 7 Keys to Unlocking a Better Financial Future” is almost here. Drum roll please…it will be available next month (October 2011). Wow! I can’t believe...
Financial Literacy – How Do You Score?
When it comes to money, it’s important to be financially literate. Studies have shown many of us learn about money at home. And this way of learning does not guarantee success. In fact, many people struggle managing money as a result of the way they were taught. The...
5 Ways to Save Money Back to School Shopping
I still can’t believe August is here already. Summer’s almost over and school is just around the corner. Are you ready for back-to-school? According to the National Retail Federation, they expect families to spend an average of $603.63 on apparel, school supplies and...
What Does Raising the Debt Ceiling Really Mean?
As an American it’s disheartening to see the political gridlock continue without a solution as the August 2nd deadline looms less than two days away. While negotiations continue, the fact remains — if the debt ceiling is not raised by August 2nd, there is a high...
Do You Believe in the Power of Words?
There is power in the words we speak. Click Here for Power of Words podcast. Go ahead give it a listen and let me know what you think. For those who prefer to read on... Today, I’d like to spend a little time discussing the power of words. If your childhood was...
