Covid-19 has affected us in different ways, not just financially but emotionally/psychologically too. And we all have tried to cope in different ways; for example, when the lockdown began people stocked up on essential groceries and detergents.Hand sanitizers were completely sold out! This was an unconscious response to the Covid-19 and the lockdown. Buying was done from a place of fear and stress and for feelings of safety and comfort. Money Archetypes are unconscious patter

On the first date, you discuss splitting the bill. Before you know it, you’re engaged and planning a wedding. If you haven’t already, it’s time to have the Money Talk. Yes, talking about money can be heavy, but it’s important to have these conversations. To help you cover your bases, here are some key financial topics you and your partner should discuss. 1.Your upbringing and mindsets about money What are your biggest financial successes or setbacks? Do you keep and follow a

Shout out to the money-minded dads with wise advice. Fathers wear many hats—chauffeur, mentor, protector, provider. And on many occasions, they play the role of financial advisor, too. My father was always trying to instill money management principles into me and my brother. Now whether we took that advice was totally up to us. I realize now that following my father’s advice would have saved me from some financial pitfalls. But hindsight is 20/20, and sometimes it takes falli

How To Make Time For Your Finances With a Busy Life IF YOU WANT TO REALLY GET YOUR FINANCES UNDER CONTROL, SIGN UP HERE FOR MY FREE FINANCIAL FOCUS CHALLENGE! The financial focus challenge is a guide to map out your financial priorities, create a monthly budget and get on financial track. Staying on top of your finances plays a major role in whether you achieve your money goals. When you have a life full of career, family and personal demands on your plate things can get bus

I have always been an avid reader however now I prefer to select books that further my education, personal development, or inspire and motivate me. I think everyone should spend at least 10 minutes a day reading a personal development book of some kind. Audio books are just as great because you can multitask your ‘chores’ and still tick-off your reading goals. Whatever you think about, you bring about. If you want to be good with your money you should be constantly reading,

If you’ve read any personal finance advice, you know there’s one simple rule that comes up time and again: You need a budget. Budgets assign your money a job and establish spending limits for specific expenditures so you can use your money responsibly. Making a budget isn’t as terrible (or boring) as it sounds. It can be done in as little as an hour or two, and it only requires basic math. So grap yourself a cup of coffee and follow these six steps to make your budget: RECORD

Unless you’re on a budget, changing your money habits can be really hard to do. Willpower and determination will only get you so far. The amazing thing about a budget is that it allows you to see how much money you spend, and what you spend it on. When you know how much you spend on EVERYTHING, it allows you to see what you actually WANT to spend money on and make the necessary changes. A budget also helps you see where you’re wasting money. If you don’t make a budget, you wo

Controlling the things that You can control We are going through uncertain and challenging times. In one way or another the Coronavirus pandemic is affecting us all. If you’re reading this because you’ve lost your job or had to take a pay cut or perhaps somebody you care about is going through this, I want you to know that – yes – This is tough BUT it is also temporary. And you know what else? You. Are. Tougher. You will make it through this, and you will be stronger when it

Over the past weeks, we have been forced to lockdown and find new ways to live, work and socialize within the confines of our homes. Most of us have successfully managed to adjust and in doing so we have most likely realized several interesting new things about ourselves. When it comes to money and finances, these are the financial lessons that we all can learn from this pandemic: Curb your spending. This is the first and most important financial lesson that the lockdown taug