Spreading holiday cheer, giving thoughtful, memorable gifts, and sharing the beautiful joys of the season with loved ones shouldn’t have to cost a pretty penny. Feeling financially pinched from gift-giving can suck the joy and warmth right out of your December. It can make cheerful Christmas music sound like the theme song from Jaws and …
Giving fabulous gifts to your loved ones shouldn’t have to cost a pretty penny. Today I’ve rounded up my top picks to add to your shopping list (whether it’s for you or someone else, I won’t snitch) all under $30. Almost all of these gifts have either been purchased and adored by me personally or …
Personal finance experts left and right claim that the key to financial success is kissing your $5 morning latte goodbye. All my life, I have heard about this “latte factor.” I will preface this post by letting you know I do understand the math behind the point that’s being made here and I do believe …
I can’t stand the B-word. It’s rude, outdated, constrictive, and most importantly – out of style. Yes, I’m talking about BUDGET. Before I go into why I feel so strongly about this seemingly harmless b-word, I must acknowledge that many fiscally fabulous personal finance gurus use the b-word and mean well. They do an excellent …
If you follow me on Instagram, you know I had a very exciting announcement recently that inspired this wedding planning post… I said yes to spending forever with Mr. Finance Fashionista! Cue the champagne, happy tears, screams of excitement from my best friends and my mom, constantly waving around my left hand for everyday tasks …
When it comes to our finances, sometimes all we need to feel like a million bucks (and stay motivated to earn it) is a good quote. Believe it or not, I’ve found that often times the only thing separating my clients from financial success is a healthy, positive money mindset. Our thoughts are so powerful, …
The beloved Sex & the City character, Carrie Bradshaw, had many witty, quotable anecdotes on her show, and she was always right on the money. Including one of my favorites: “You shouldn’t have to sacrifice who you are just because someone else has a problem with it.” -Carrie Bradshaw While Bradshaw’s fun and fashionable character …
So, you’ve decided it’s time to start saving for future-you and want to open a retirement account. Let me be the first (or second as I’m sure you’ve told your mom) to congratulate you. You’re making quite the fiscally fabulous decision! Saving for future-you is the 1st step in my S-H-O-P strategy. Learn why I …
Let’s start off today’s post with a comprehensive list of fashion rules you absolutely should break if your rebellious, fiscally fabulous style sense inclines you to do so: Pink and red don’t pair well together. Neither do black and navy. Don’t mix silver and gold jewelry. Don’t wear white after Labor Day. Less is more …
New to Wall Street? Been here awhile but think your portfolio could use a makeover? Still haven’t taken the leap on making your first investment? No matter where you are on your journey as an investor, I’m so glad your ruby slippers on the yellow brick road brought you here. I’ll start by answering the …
