by Bradford Gilliam | Oct 4, 2025 | Budget, Debt, Saving
While driving down the road with my kids last week, our thoughts were focused on the fun we were about to have at their friend’s birthday party. Those thoughts quickly turned to finances as the truck’s check engine light flashed, and the engine began to shake...
by Melinda Tyrrell | Jul 28, 2025 | Adult Children, Budget, Investments, Saving, Uncategorized
Have you seen the school buses driving their practice routes down your street yet? It is just a matter of time until the lazy days of summer come to an end, and with it a new beginning of the school year. If you have a teenager or young adult in high school or...
by Melinda Tyrrell | May 5, 2025 | Budget, Debt, Investments, Purchases, Saving
We are a society that loves their toys! Whether it is a car, boat, motorcycle, camper, or RV, we love the freedom and comfort these items bring to our lives. While we love to own nice things, we don’t want those items to own us. How do we balance the need for reliable...
by Melinda Tyrrell | Mar 28, 2025 | Adult Children, Debt, Estate, Financial Planning, House, Insurance, Saving, Young Families
I sometimes feel that I am the poster child for insurance coverage. Insurance is the kind of bill that you pay every month (or annually to get that discount!) and hope to never use. If my Amazon or Netflix subscription wasn’t getting used, you know I would cancel...
by Melinda Tyrrell | Feb 12, 2025 | Budget, Financial Planning, Life Goals, Saving
The love of money is said to be the root of all evil…but money itself is simply a tool. This inanimate tool can actually harm or help your relationships. Where we spend our money tells volumes about our priorities, our goals, and our values. This is why being on the...
by Melinda Tyrrell | Dec 31, 2024 | Financial Planning, Inspirational, Life Goals, Saving
3, 2, 1…Happy New Year! Ever wonder why a countdown grabs people’s attention? It is measurable and predictable…we know what number comes next and we know something big happens at the end. Whether it is the start of a NASCAR event, a family potato sack race (seriously...
