The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) dropped their highly anticipated July CPI numbers today. We’re paying more for stuff. But we already knew that.
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WTF is ESG?
WTF is ESG? ESG stands for Environmental, Social, & Governance. It’s a style of investing that looks for companies that care about issues outside of just making a profit.
7 Things a Good Financial Advisor Does
7 things a good financial advisor does for your life. Because financial planning isn’t just for rich people!
It’s Rough Out There
The first few months of 2022 have not been kind to investors. It’s rough out there. Make sure you’re looking for the rainbow after the storm.
First Quarter Check-in
It’s the end of the month. And the end of the first quarter. Although I’m a strong believer that all time is made-up (ergo: why I’m late for everything), we can use this calendar mark. Take this time to review your income versus your expenses so far this year. Here’s your first quarter check-in. HowContinue reading “First Quarter Check-in”
Stock Picking Falls Short (again) in 2021
85% of active stock fund managers underperformed their benchmark in 2021. Trying to outsmart the market doesn’t work.
8 Ways to Save on Gas (and none of them are carpooling)
8 ways to save on gas. And none of them are carpooling. Or riding your bike (it’s still winter here in Wisconsin, that’s a stupid suggestion).
Cost of Thanksgiving 2021
Everything is expensive this year. The pandemic has messed with supply chains and we’re going to feel the effects rippling through for a long time. Thanksgiving dinner is no different. According to the American Farm Bureau, the cost of feeding a family of 10 is going to be 14% more expensive than it was lastContinue reading “Cost of Thanksgiving 2021”
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Health Insurance Open Enrollment: The forgotten season
Most Americans celebrate the last three months of the year with three big holiday seasons: Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas (Happy Hallothanksmas, y’all)(huge apologies to my Jewish friends). But there’s another very important season that we all need to be aware of: Health Insurance Open Enrollment. This is the annual window for you to sign upContinue reading “Health Insurance Open Enrollment: The forgotten season”