Financial Articles & Podcasts

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It’s That Time of Year Again – The FAFSA

With the recent return of autumn, the annual ritual for college-bound students of filling out the Free Application for Federal...

Episode 103: What Pickleball Can Teach Us About Investing

In this episode we compare the similarities of pickleball and investing

Episode 102: Socially Responsible vs Traditional Investing

In this episode we discuss the performance of socially responsible investing versus traditional investing

Understanding Your Financial Personality

Money is not just about math. It is also very much about behavior. The way you think, feel, and act...

The Meaning of True Wealth: Buying Back Your Time

When most people hear the word “wealth,” their minds immediately turn to money, possessions, and the outward symbols of financial...

Episode 101: Back to School, Back to College Savings

In this episode we discuss all things college savings

Episode 100: Volatility is Still Not Risk

In this episode, we revisit the topic of risk versus volatility from our very first episode

Don’t Build Your Financial House Without a Blueprint

Imagine deciding to build a house without a blueprint. You purchase lumber, choose tiles that catch your eye, and find...

Investing With Purpose: The Basics of Socially Responsible and Impact Investing

In recent decades, the landscape of investing has undergone a quiet yet powerful transformation. Beyond just seeking profits, a growing...
  1. Episode 112: The Emotional Transition Into Retirement 00:08:48
  2. Episode 111: Be Tax Smart, Not Tax Scared 00:10:09
  3. Episode 110: FOMO and Investing
  4. Episode 109: The Market Crash Is Coming - Someday
  5. Episode 108: Money Can't Buy You Happiness