Of course you can have a money date with yourself! A money date helps you establish a process to set and achieve financial goals. Regular financial check-ins are a simple tool that can break the habits you inherited about money and create a new narrative about how your finances can support your life.
Read MoreTalking about money can be awkward, stressful, and certainly a source of conflict. A money date helps you and your partner understand each other’s perspectives and set and achieve goals as a team. Regular financial check-ins are a simple yet powerful habit that can transform the way you relate to your partner and your money.
Read MoreWhen you changed jobs, did you leave an account behind? If you did, you are not alone. There are approximately 30 million abandoned 401k account in the US. Those savings are an important part of your retirement, so go find your account! This blog post helps you search for and take control of your old 401k, 403b or SIMPLE IRA account.
Read MoreDid you know that you are eligible for spousal benefits even if you are divorced? Married or divorced, there is planning needed to get the most out of Social Security. Understand your options from this blog post and start preparing for retirement today.
Read MoreThe Corporate Transparency Act requires action from all small business owners in 2024. Declare your company’s beneficial owners to avoid penalties and jail time. Learn about filing your BOI report as well as all of the benefits of having an LLC to protect your assets.
Read MoreYour relationship to money and your goals for your life are personal to you. There is no right or wrong time to make money resolutions. Pick a time and a process that works for you to set and measure goals. Use the Smart Sister Finance personal finance calendar to also help you stay on track.
Read MoreIt is impossible to predict the future, but there are ways to understand the mortgage rate trends. Let's review some key factors that influence mortgage rates and how higher rates will affect your decision to buy a home in the next few years.
Read MoreWorried about retirement and whether Social Security will be there for you? Smart Sister Finance explains how Social Security works and whether you should include it in your retirement plan.
Read MoreBudgeting can feel restrictive, but spend tracking can be life-changing! Learn how to track intelligently the Smart Sister Finance way.
Read MoreThere have been several spectacular crypto company implosions this year including FTX, which owes its creditors around $8 billion (yes, with a “b”). If you are investing in crypto, there are steps you should take to understand your risk and exposure.
Read MoreFeeling overwhelmed by economic bad news? The best way to combat your recession fears is to plan. Prepare yourself by creating a doomsday budget and eliminating credit card debt to be in the best possible financial position for any economic uncertainty.
Read MoreYou have moved on, your money should too. Let’s review the reasons to rollover your old 401k account as well as how to complete a 401k rollover.
Read MoreIn our years of experience teaching financial literacy to women and their partners, we have noticed three areas where women tend to have the edge over men when it comes to investing. These include the knowledge gap, overconfidence, and less trading.
Read MoreAre we in a recession? The economic data is mixed, but there are some easy steps you can take to prepare for recession. Follow these guidelines to be financially secure in any economic downturn.
Read MoreWhatever you may or may not be doing to save for retirement, remember that time is the key ingredient to any successful plan. Even with a small initial investment, the sooner you start, the more your savings can grow to support you in the future.
Read MoreConcerned about stock market volatility? Here’s 4 ways to ignore the noise, stay invested and let time do the work.
Read MoreWant to ensure your money is working for you? Use the Smart Sister Finance Net Worth calculator to grow your wealth.
Read MoreFinancial infidelity is common and can undermine or end your relationship. This article provides activities and tips for having structured conversations about money with your partner, both when the relationship is new and when well-established.
Read MoreLearn how to measure your risk tolerance and use it to diversify your investments. Balancing your portfolio in a way that's right for you keeps you invested in the market and growing your wealth.
Read MoreTrack your actual spending using this tool to answer important questions such as “Where is my money going?” and “Am I spending on what’s important to me?”. Understanding your money patterns helps you set baseline spending and meet life goals that are important to you.
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