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The Half-Year Check-In: Are You on Track with Your 2025 Money Goals?

By Jordan / July 1, 2025

It’s FinTip Tuesday! Believe it or not, we’re halfway through the year, which makes it the perfect time for a financial check-in. While January 1st often gets all the attention for goal setting, midyear offers us an equally powerful opportunity to reassess and realign our hopes and dreams. Jon Acuff, author of All It Takes…

How to Navigate Financial Conversations with Chosen Family

By Jordan / June 24, 2025

How to Navigate Financial Conversations with Chosen Family For many in the LGBTQ+ community, family isn’t always defined by biology. Chosen family, the people you trust, rely on, and love most, often step into roles traditionally reserved for blood relatives. But when it comes to money, legal documents, and planning for the future, systems are…

Culturally Competent Financial Advisers: How to Find the Right Fit for You

By Jordan / June 17, 2025

Representation in the financial world matters. For Black investors, entrepreneurs, and families, working with a Black financial adviser can offer more than shared culture, it can mean culturally aware advice, trust-building, and a clearer path to long-term wealth. But how do you find the right adviser for you? Why Representation Matters Systemic disparities in income,…

Buying Time: Smart Ways to Spend Money That Give You Your Life Back

By Jordan / June 10, 2025

Happy FinTip Tuesday! Most financial tips focus on how to spend less. But what about spending well, especially when it comes to something you can’t earn back? That’s right, we’re talking about time. The Time vs. Money Tradeoff (and How to Make It Work for You) Research shows that people who value time over money…

Summer Travel on a Budget (Without Debt!)

By Jordan / June 3, 2025

It’s FinTip Tuesday, and as summer approaches, the allure of a getaway grows stronger. But how can you enjoy a memorable vacation without the financial stress? Let’s explore some smart strategies (backed by behavioral insights) to help you travel wisely. Mindful Spending: The “Pain of Paying” and other mental traps Ever notice how handing over…