How to Buy Happiness
We’ve all heard the phrase, “Money can’t buy happiness,” but we’re not completely convinced. I’m Mike Proctor, and today we’re talking about how you can actually buy a little extra joy.One easy way to get more satisfaction from your life is by outsourcing one or two...
What’s Your Biggest Financial Asset?
Today we’re going to talk about the biggest financial asset you have, which is probably hiding right under your nose.Your income.Many people look at income as money in and money out, but the reality is that it’s the lifeblood of your lifestyle. Your income pays the...
7 Questions to Ask Yourself When Planning for Long Term Care
Benjamin Franklin famously said, “In this world, nothing is certain but death and taxes.” Although not certain, it is more likely than not that someday you will need long term care. Statistics say that 52% of those over 65 will someday need long term care. And 58% of...
Excuses People Use to NOT Meet With a Financial Planner
The reasons you have for NOT meeting with a financial planner are probably reasons why you actually should. Here’s a collection of reasons we’ve actually heard:1. My wife and I don’t have time to meet2. I need to sell my house first3. I don’t have any money to...
The 4 Places Your Money Goes
If you tell me how much money you save and give away each year, I can tell you how much you’re spending.Your money can only go four places. You can pay your taxes with it, you can spend it, you can save it, or you can give it away. But most people don’t consciously...
Can You Afford to Change Careers?
So you want to quit your job. You’re burned out. You’ve done it for a long time, and now you want to do something different. But you’re wondering if you have enough money to quit what you’re doing and start a job that might pay less—or even start a whole different...
Inflation: The Hidden Tax
What’s the tax you didn’t you know you’re paying? Inflation!Inflation happens when the Federal Reserve prints more money and puts it into circulation. Everyone ends up with a little more money, which makes them feel comfortable spending more, which ultimately raises...
How Market Risk is Related to Time
When we talk with someone who’s new to investing, fear often dominates the conversation. Whether that person is worried that the next bubble is around the corner or that the next stock market crash is about to happen, they often wonder, “Why in the world would I put...
Focusing on Philanthropy
As you’re reaching your financial goals and accumulating assets, the next step for many people is philanthropy. Here are a few things to think about as you sharpen your philanthropic focus.A good first question to ask yourself when you’re thinking about giving is, “Is...