For most marriages, finances can be a source of stress, BUT there are some things you can do to find financial success as a married couple. In this blog, I’m going to share some simple strategies to help you manage money well—as a team! When we first got married, we never had any new furniture—everything […]

I love sinking funds and since we have introduce them in a strategic way to our budget, they have been a complete game changer for us. Have you ever found yourself blindsided by unexpected expenses? Perhaps you’ve experienced the anxiety of trying to juggle holiday costs or looming bills without a clear plan. If so, […]

The merging of financial resources is crucial for newlyweds, if you are on the same financial page, this can be an exciting moment, however, if you are on two different pages financially, this may be overwhelming.

Money is a topic that can evoke strong emotions and often leads to conflicts in relationships. In this blog, we will explore five top tips for couples to have effective and positive conversations about money.

Are you looking for ways to make extra money? In this blog, I explore ideas that explore how you can make extra money from home.

Imagine what it would  be like to have the money that you currently pay off to debt, to have in savings or even have some fun money! 

Money talks, but sometimes it whispers secrets that can tear relationships apart. While most couples understand the importance of emotional and physical fidelity, there’s another form of betrayal that’s becoming increasingly common yet rarely discussed: financial infidelity. According to recent studies, financial disagreements are one of the top predictors of divorce. But what happens when […]

When your spouse has ADHD, managing your finances together isn’t as easy as everyone thinks. When my husband was recently diagnosed with ADHD, suddenly everything clicked into place. The impulse purchases that appeared without discussion, the glazed look during budget conversations, the way he’d shut down when I brought up our credit card balance, it […]

Twenty years ago, we thought we were being responsible. We attended marriage preparation classes, we had marriage mentors and we even met with a financial advisor. But somehow, no one told us the most important thing: we needed to have practical conversations about money. We needed to budget – together. Looking back, we made some […]

Personal finance books changed everything for me. When I started my financial journey, I was drowning in debt and living paycheck to paycheck. I thought wealthy people were just “lucky” or had some secret I didn’t know about. That all changed when I discovered these 8 personal finance books that completely transformed my relationship with […]

“My husband tracks expenses obsessively,” Emma told me during our first coaching call, frustration clear in her voice. “Every coffee, every gas fill-up, every grocery trip. He’s got spreadsheets that would make a CFO (Chief Financial Officer) jealous. But we’re still living paycheck to paycheck and I have no idea why.” This is the story […]

Do you and your spouse struggle to have positive money conversations? You scroll through Instagram and see another couple’s vacation photos. Your first thought? “How do they afford that?” Your second thought? “Why can’t we get our money act together like everyone else?” Meanwhile, you’re sitting there dreading the moment your spouse brings up the […]

If you’ve been married for more than a day, you know that saying “I do” doesn’t magically align your financial habits overnight. Many couples spend years, even decades, in frustration around money, despite both spouses genuinely wanting to get on the same financial page. As a financial coach for couples, I’ve walked alongside many couples […]

Having a dream wedding on a budget can encourage you to focus on what truly matters – the love and commitment you share with your partner. I know that the pressure to have a picture-perfect wedding can feel overwhelming. The comparison with peers is real. The allure of beautiful venues, extravagant floral arrangements and glamorous […]

Finance tips for university students are more important than ever. Whether you’re just starting university or you’re a parent helping your teen prepare, learning how to manage money early can make a lasting difference. From budgeting basics to saving, spending and using credit wisely, this blog covers practical steps to build financial confidence from day […]

Do you ever feel like you’ve been left to manage your money alone, taking on all the financial responsibility, everything from bills to budgeting, while wishing your partner would engage without shutting down, avoiding the topic, or becoming defensive? You’re not the only one.  Managing money as a couple can be complicated and stressful. Many […]