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September 24, 2025   As much as most of us wish we had Taylor Swift money, the reality is—that’s probably not a problem we’ll ever have to worry about. And that’s okay!   Here's some more good news...You don’t need a nine-figure net worth to take control of your finances.   Financial wellness  isn’t about how much you have—it’s about being intentional with what you’ve got.   The truth is, you don’t need millions, but you do  need a plan.   A personalized financial roadmap gi

September 17, 2025   Let’s be honest, my friends—we are living in the greatest time in history when it comes to access to information.   Whatever you’ve been dreaming about —starting a business, learning a skill, retiring early, writing a book, getting out of debt—you can absolutely do it.   Why? Because the knowledge and tools you need are right at your fingertips.   Our mothers didn’t have this. They had to leave the house, go to a library, hope they found the right book, a

September 10, 2025   On Monday I had the honor of sponsoring and attending Suzy Pratowski's incredible “Mega Lunch” (Thank you, Suzy!) which benefits   Bringing Hope Home , a nonprofit in the Philadelphia suburbs that provides financial and emotional support to local families battling cancer.   Through their Light of Hope Family Program , they offer one-time financial assistance to cover essential household bills, giving families the chance to focus on what matters most: hea

September 3, 2025   My Great Aunt Abigail—“ Aunt Abbie ” to us—never arrived at my grandmother’s house empty-handed.   She always had her infamous bag of “stuff”: a half-eaten can of Pringles, a weeks-old newspaper clipping, coupons from stores we didn’t recognize, and always  a piece of costume jewelry she thought someone could use.   At the time, we laughed and rolled our eyes. But what we didn’t realize then was that each of those little “treasures” was a gift —an act of l

August 27, 2025   This Wednesday, I’m sending out a heartfelt virtual hug  to anyone moving through a tender season right now.   Maybe you just dropped your child off at college for the first time —holding back tears on the drive home, already missing their voice, their energy, their presence.  Or maybe you're saying goodbye as they begin their senior year  — watching them prepare to fly the nest for good and wondering where the time went.   Maybe you’ve just become an empty

August 20, 2025   I just got off the phone with my hair salon to book my next appointment, and it hit me: I’ve been getting my hair done by the same amazing stylist for — are you ready for this? — forty-three years!   Yep - that's forty-three years.   And it all started when I was 13 years old  and in the 7th grade.   My mom and I went to one of those walk-in “Hair Cuttery”-type places for a quick trim. (For my local friends, it was "Holiday Hair"  in the Centre Square Shoppi

August 13, 2025 Five years ago this week I was 52 years old and took a leap of faith that felt equal parts bold and terrifying —I joined my husband Jim in building his financial advisory practice.   He had nearly 30 years in the industry. And me? Well, I had...none.   No finance background, no credentials—and a voice in my head whispering, "Who do you think you are?”     Imposter syndrome  hit hard. Really hard.   But then I began reflecting on my real-life experience.   As a

August 6, 2025   Here’s something that’s hard to ignore:   More than half  of adults have no estate planning documents in place. That means the majority of people — including many women — are leaving their assets, families, and legacies unprotected.   Well, here’s the good news: August is the perfect time to change that — it’s “ Make a Will Month”!   For women especially, creating a will isn’t just about money — it’s about having a say in what happens, looking out for  the pe

July 30, 2025   We’ve long been told that retirement is a finish line —something you cross at 65, after which life slows down.   But what...

July 23, 2025   I love simple —especially when it comes to money.   If you’re the same, and looking for a smart, low-effort way to grow...

July 16, 2025   She was a fiery redhead , a smidge taller than me at just over five feet. She was the queen of online bargains, an...

July 9, 2025   One of my favorite things  to do in the summer to escape the grind is change my environment and head off on vacation.  ...

June 25, 2025   It seems like the universe sends me signs all the time.   A song lyric, a post on social media, a number that keeps...

June 18, 2025   As of today, June 18, 2025 , in the suburbs of Philadelphia, it’s been approximately 17 days since we last saw clear,...

June 11, 2025 Father’s Day  is this Sunday, and like every year since 2012, it brings a mix of emotions.   My dad has been gone for over...

June 4, 2025   I recently had the honor of being a guest on Danielle Mauger’s  podcast, “Living the Midlife Dream,”   and what a fun and...

May 28, 2025   Can you believe it?  As we step into June  next week, we’ll officially be at the halfway mark of 2025.   More...

May 21, 2025   So many women—myself included—carry invisible burdens .   The expectations we place on ourselves, the roles we feel...

May 14, 2025   I’m thrilled to share with you that Her Path  has partnered with Trust & Will —an affordable online estate planning...

May 7, 2025   I came across a recent Wall Street Journal  article “I Was Terrible at Money. My Daughter Should Learn From My Mistakes,”...