July is the perfect time to pause and take a look at how your budget is working for you. Think of it as a mid-year tune-up—just like you’d check your car before a road trip, you should check your finances to make sure you’re still on track. Start by reviewing your original goals: Are you […]

January is the perfect time to start fresh and set financial goals,and as promised, I’m giving you all the deets on Sinking Funds this month. One smart way to plan for future expenses is by using sinking funds. But what exactly is a sinking fund?  A sinking fund is a savings strategy where you regularly set aside […]

Taking care of your home all year long helps protect its value, prevent surprise repairs (or costs!), and make a great impression. Whether you’re living in it for life or planning to sell someday, don’t defer your home’s maintenance! As summer starts to sizzle in Central Texas, your irrigation system becomes one of the hardest-working […]

Taking care of your home all year long helps protect its value, prevent surprise repairs (or costs!), and make a great impression. Whether you’re living in it for life or planning to sell someday, don’t defer your home’s maintenance! I know, I know…it’s Summer and you just want to relax! But don’t worry, not every […]

Life has a way of throwing surprises our way—unexpected car repairs, sudden medical bills, or a job loss can quickly derail your finances if you’re not prepared. That’s why this month is the perfect time to focus on building your emergency fund. An emergency fund is your financial safety net. It keeps you from turning […]

Whether you’re the type who plans every minute of your vacation or you like to wing it once you hit the road, there’s one thing you definitely shouldn’t leave to chance: your home. Because nothing ruins a relaxing beach day like a sudden uh-oh — Did I lock the back door? Did I leave the […]

Let’s be real—owning a home means you’re probably always doing something to take care of it. Whether you’re just keeping up with regular maintenance, upgrading the kitchen, or replacing the roof, every dollar you put into your home matters. But here’s the thing…if you’re not tracking those expenses, you’re missing out on some serious benefits. […]

Taking care of your home all year long helps protect its value, prevent surprise repairs (or costs!), and make a great impression. Whether you’re living in it for life or planning to sell someday, don’t defer your home’s maintenance! The Texas heat is already here, and now is the time to make sure your air […]

Now that you’ve tracked your expenses for a full month, May is your moment to put that insight to work. Look over your spending and identify areas where you can cut back. Is it unused subscriptions, too much takeout (with delivery fees 😫), or impulse buys? Maybe cutting back looks like cooking at home more […]

Taking care of your home all year long helps protect its value, prevent surprise repairs (or costs!), and make a great impression. Whether you’re living in it for life or planning to sell someday, don’t defer your home’s maintenance! This month you’ll want to inspect your roof and attic…even if you’re renting, performing this task can help […]