After over a decade of turmoil in the financial markets and the accompanying drop in the value of real estate, many women are finding that they are just not on track to reach their financial goals by the previously expected time frame. If you see that your current investment plan falls short of where you want to be, brainstorm steps to get to where you want to be. The longer you have to enhance your financial plan, the better. There are so many options to increase your wealth, including: Creating a second income stream from a small business, while creating a legitimate tax deduction at … [Read more...]
Ever Have Lawn Envy?
May 9, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Last week on my morning walk I noticed that two of my neighbor’s had lush green St. Augustine grass on their lawns. I must admit, a feeling of jealousy ran through my mind, since our lawn is, well, lacking right now. There is little, if any green, especially given the draught we are experiencing in the Texas Hill country and our rocky, steep front yard. I asked myself why their lawns were so gorgeous while ours was struggling. The answer easily came to my mind; they pay attention to their lawn. They care for it by fertilizing and watering it. Not only that, they have the foundation for a … [Read more...]
Is your money flow positive?
March 28, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Tomorrow the Financial Woman Alliance for Investment Education expert call will be with April Lane Benson, PhD. I discovered Dr. Benson at the Texas Women’s Conference where she was an authority on overspending and compulsive buying habits at a financial workshop breakout session. I am so excited to personally interview and share her expertise at the Financial Woman Alliance. Money cash flow is such an important step in reaching your financial goals. While one daily purchase in and of itself may not seem to be an issue, the accumulation of those little spending habits can keep you stuck in … [Read more...]
