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Layers to this
A blog discussing how to create layers in your finances to avoid disrupting your investments.
Feb 22, 20227 min read


Taxes as an Independent Contractor
An introduction to the changes in your taxes that come from being an independent contractor.
Feb 8, 20226 min read


Welcome to 2021 Tax Season
The top five questions I've heard this season as an Enrolled Agent.
Jan 25, 20227 min read


Credit Card Convenience
The perks of having a credit card and how to use it to your advantage.
Jan 11, 20225 min read


Do I Have a Shopping Problem?
Four tips to be more effective with your shopping and remove the guilt that many feel from shopping.
Dec 28, 20215 min read


Three Costs to Selling Stocks
Outlining the costs of selling stocks including taxes, commissions / broker fees and the opportunity cost of your time.
Dec 14, 20216 min read


Tax Projection Szn
Why a tax projection is important and how to use it to plan and set expectations.
Nov 30, 20216 min read


The Perfect Budget Doesn't Exist
Three things to simplify your budgeting.
Nov 16, 20215 min read


Intangible Benefits of a Financial Planner
Intangible benefits of a financial planner to consider beyond just dollars and cents.
Nov 2, 20216 min read


Five Tips for Successful Investing
Tips to simplify investing without giving up successful outcomes.
Oct 19, 20216 min read


Pocket Project Turns One 🎈
A summary of my firm ownership in the first year.
Oct 5, 20216 min read


Considerations When Quitting a Job
Things to think about when leaving a job to remain respectful, and prepare for what is next.
Sep 21, 20215 min read


The Cost of Putting Off Your Health - A Personal Story
A personal story on a tooth journey and what was learned.
Sep 7, 20215 min read


5 Tips for Negotiating as an Introvert
Considerations when having uncomfortable conversations as an introvert.
Aug 24, 20215 min read


What to do with Old Retirement Accounts
Options available to you with old defined-contribution retirement accounts.
Aug 10, 20213 min read


What Account Should I Save Into?
Which accounts should be prioritized? Unfortunately it depends, but this blog breaks down what you should be considering.
Jul 27, 20216 min read


What are Payroll Taxes?
Payroll taxes are directly withheld and often forgotten about. This blog summarizes what they are and how to manage them.
Jul 13, 20215 min read


How and Why I Negotiated my Lease Renewal
What to consider when negotiating a lease renewal.
Jun 29, 20215 min read


Opportunity Cost of Paying Down Debt
An example looking into the "cost" of prepaying debt as opposed to investing extra savings.
Jun 15, 20216 min read


Inflation Woes
There is high short-term inflation which was necessary to get us through the pandemic. Control what you can, and focus on the long-term.
Jun 1, 20214 min read
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