Mind Over Money: Create A Rich Life In The New Year

by Elle Kaplan | Dec 31, 2014 | Financial Health, Goal-setting, inspiration, Wealth Creation

As we prepare to welcome the beginning of a new year, this is the season to refresh and reset. You might be making resolutions or thinking about your goals for 2015. But are you cultivating an abundance mindset? Or, perhaps without realizing it, are you staying...

Why Invest? It’s the Gift That Keeps On Giving

by Elle Kaplan | Dec 18, 2014 | Financial Health, Investment strategy, Success, Wealth Creation

Take a stroll through any mall this time of year and, in addition to all the holiday frenzy, you’ll be bombarded with messages to “treat yourself,” because “you know you deserve it.” While I’m all for the occasional splurge (as part of your 30% wants money, of...

Three Things Couples Need To Talk About For Their Financial Health

by Elle Kaplan | Dec 11, 2014 | Financial Health, Goal-setting, Investing for couples, Investing for families

Finances can be one of the toughest topics to navigate as a couple. It’s one of the top things couples fight about. After all, a conversation about money is never just about money. Money ties into our values, our upbringing, issues of family, opinions about...

5 Ways To Save Money This Holiday Season

by Elle Kaplan | Dec 3, 2014 | Budgeting, Financial Health

The holiday season can fly by. To stay on track through the whirlwind and get ready for a happy and financially healthy New Year, plan ahead with a few ways to save money this holiday season.   Make a plan. Before you dive into these busy weeks, map out what you...

How To Start Investing For Retirement

by Elle Kaplan | Nov 6, 2014 | Financial Health, Wealth Creation

You’ve started your Emergency Fund, so you can be free of financial worry. You don’t have any high-interest debt. With a foundation in place, you’re excited to start building your financial future. Now what? Open your Roth IRA. This is an excellent...

Three Musts for Financial Health at Any Age

by Elle Kaplan | Nov 4, 2014 | Financial Health

We often talk about financial health. It’s a vitally important concept. Your financial health is no different than your physical health, emotional health, or anything else in terms of your overall wellness. Holistically, it’s a major part of a healthy...