Have you ever thought about how and why you dealwith money the way you do? Why do you choose to save, or not save? Why do you avoid talking about money, or is it no problem? Why do you make the spending decisions you do? Part of our money behavior comes from what we saw … Continue reading Learn Your Money Personality and Unblock Your Finances
Category: Money Conversations
Book Review—Broke Millennial Talks Money
As a financial coach I read a lot of personal finance books, and there are very few that I would recommend as whole-heartedly as “Broke Millennial Talks Money: Scripts, Stories and Advice to Navigate Awkward Financial Conversations” by Erin Lowry. Everyone should read this book! Ever needed to know how to ask for a raise? … Continue reading Book Review—Broke Millennial Talks Money
Using the Holidays for Family Money Conversations
Having a money conversation over the holidays probably seems like the LAST thing you want to do. But if your family members live in different cities, the holidays might be the only opportunity you have to talk in person. Talking with family members about finances can feel awkward, and can bring up emotional issues. But … Continue reading Using the Holidays for Family Money Conversations
Practice Having Money Conversations
When my sisters and I were helping our mother transition from our family home to an apartment and then to assisted living, we had to have a lot of money conversations. At first it was difficult – especially since it meant asking a parent to reveal their finances to their children. But with time, those … Continue reading Practice Having Money Conversations