5 options for your third stimulus check when you invest, spend, or save
Congress finally passed the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, a $1.9 trillion stimulus bill that includes a third round of stimulus checks for as…
7 steps to include in your year-end financial planning
2020 is almost over, we promise. But between year-end deadlines and contribution limits, there’s still time left to make sure you’re not leaving money on…
How smart investors stay focused on their financial intentions
How do we stay focused? Stop investing emotionally? Tune out media static? We set intentions. While a good starting place, it’s not enough. We need…
You’re doing it wrong: how to reduce friction in your financial journey
In an earlier post this month, we discussed the value of Tiny Habits, a system for change and growth developed by Stanford University researcher Dr….
You don’t need motivation to achieve your financial goals
We get it, you’re scratching your head just reading that title. But hear us out: 92% of people fail to achieve their goals, according to…
How to make your financial habits stick
When it comes to investing, our habits decide our destination. Sure, we may have huge goals for our lives and finances. But having those goals…
How to stop self-sabotage: take control of your wealth and health
At the most basic level, financial responsibility is living within your means. It’s spending less than you make. But if you’re reading this, it means…
5 ways to work with your brain’s wiring for better financial outcomes
Understanding the way our brains push us toward certain behaviors can make it easier to make financial decisions that lead to positive long-term outcomes.
Should you use a Roth IRA to save for college?
College is expensive, and there are many ways to set money aside for it. Here, we explore the merits of using a Roth IRA for college, compared with a 529 savings plan.
