Money is tough to talk about. For many families, it’s a taboo subject, along with politics and religion. Others feel it’s fraught with emotional complexities that make it awkward or difficult to discuss, often resulting in outright avoidance of the topic. But to have a healthy relationship with money and wealth, it’s necessary to overcome…
Are you still on track to meet your investment goals? With all the market volatility in the last quarter of 2018, which may continue through 2019, it is important to take some time early in the new year to review your financial plan and investment strategies to ensure your portfolio is headed in the right…
A diagnosis of Alzheimer’s or dementia can be devastating, both for the patient and their family. As a financial advisor, a significant concern I often hear from families is about money management and how the diagnosis can affect their loved one’s financial well-being. Many organizations in the Atlanta area offer programs and resources to help…
With November being National Entrepreneurship Month, it got me thinking about friends and clients who own and manage their own businesses. They find that what it takes to start, run and grow their own businesses — from putting in long hours and weekends to wearing many hats—is quite rewarding. On any given day they may…
Fraudsters are continually inventing ways to deceive people. Their schemes can threaten your finances and, ultimately, your livelihood. As a financial advisor, I continually promote ways my clients can improve their personal and financial cybersecurity, and be proactive in protecting themselves. Here are six ways you can protect your data and assets online. Install updates…
Natural disasters like Hurricane Florence take a tragic toll on people, property and finances. Although a significant amount of unpredictability can accompany a serious weather event, a little bit of financial preparation goes a long way toward getting your life back on track after the storm and preventing further damage to your bank account and…
Working hard to earn a living, or achieve and maintain a certain lifestyle, can leave you running in circles if you don’t have an effective financial plan. That’s because hard work is only half the equation. But that effort, combined with a solid plan, can lead to success on many levels. The idea of putting…
When Friday the 13th rolls around, as it did recently, I get to thinking about some of our everyday fears, particularly our financial fears. In my role as a financial advisor, I take the time to understand not only my clients’ hopes, dreams and future plans, but also their fears. A recent study showed that…
I am fortunate to have just taken a 10-day vacation with my extended family, and the adventure was just what was needed to refresh my soul and spirit. Because of it, I came back to work re-energized and ready to go. Many studies show that employers who encourage their employees to take vacation days see increases in…
’Tis the season of graduations, commencement speeches, and advice for a happy and productive life. As a financial advisor, the mom of a recent grad school graduate, and with another child heading into their senior year of college, I’ve been thinking about words of wisdom I’d impart to young adults heading into the “real world.”…
