Whether you're new to the Work From Home (WFH) lifestyle or busy building the next unicorn in your garage, we talk tips to maximize your workspace for comfort, function, and productivity. Read More
What is FREE? Financial resilience, empowered early. Learn how one recent grad is employing it as a teacher to build financial independence and fund his goals. Read More
No matter what age you are and how healthy you’ve been, accidents and illnesses happen. By understanding the terms of your policy, you can empower your healthcare coverage decisions. Afterall, good health insurance policies can prevent catastrophic financial outcomes. Read More
To summarize, an overall strategy can help you avoid these pitfalls. Be in the best financial position possible or any life or economic circumstance with these 4 steps:
1) Install or maintain a financial safety net for life’s biggest financial risks, to include (but not limited to) disability, death, divorce, unemployment, or lawsuit.
2) Save/invest 15-20% of your annual before tax income.
3) Reduce taxes and debt.
4) Spend the rest without shame or guilt. Read More
Financial Mindfulness is being aware of your mental and physical state with money. Oftentimes, we operate with our subconscious. These behaviors are familiar and safe. Before creating a financial plan for myself, I continued to get payday advances because they were familiar. It was subconscious and I was oblivious to the harm my habits were causing. However, once I decided to change, I became conscious and mindful of my behaviors. I wrote out everything that needed to change with my finances and changed one thing at a time. Read More
As a newly minted graduate, one of the biggest expenses you’ll experience is housing. As you take on your new career, consider this expense and availability of housing near your desired workplace. If you are moving to a new city (or staying in your current city but need a new living situation) we have written a guide to get you started. Read More
As we approach Father's Day, we consider all the financial stressors that plague parents. Whether you're a newb or seasoned vet, these F.R.E.E. financial tips can help. Read More
We get it. Taxes suck. This 4 Part Guide to Tax Filing will bring some relief. Read More
We've never had a back to school like 2020. Here are my top 5 priorities to stay sane and adapt to this new back to school season: prioritize cognitive health, create an inner circle, delegate, stay vigilant, and have something to look forward to. Read More
Estate planning stirs a mix of emotions surrounding death and loss. It is easily procrastinated as the administrative hassle can be overwhelming. However, as daunting as it is, I argue that it's the number one thing we can do for our loved ones. Individuals with and without assets need to prepare for potential incapacitation, make arrangements for their body once they are gone, determine how they want to be celebrated, decide how their possessions will be dispersed, and elect who will care for their dependents. Read More