by Marie Burns | Sep 18, 2024 | Single Adults, Widow
One of my biggest lessons learned in the work world, when I first started working in finance, was that just because you did everything right, the next person or department responsible for finishing the task may not be as diligent. As I’ve seen time and time again...
by Marie Burns | Aug 27, 2024 | Grandparents
As summer winds down and families gear up for the back-to-school season, it’s a perfect time to equip our grandkids with essential skills for a financially savvy future. I think we can all agree that starting early with smart money habits sets a strong foundation for...
by Marie Burns | Aug 14, 2024 | Mindset
Remember this picture? I took it in the summer of 2023 when we were traveling in Wisconsin (and I actually wrote a blog around it too). I still chuckle every time I think of it. But here we are again in the middle of Summer Sale season (on all things retail, not on a...
by Marie Burns | Jul 11, 2024 | Mindset
I am sure you have heard many of these statements: What you think about, you bring about. Where your mind goes, so goes your life. If you see it, you can achieve it. These all imply the power of your brain and the impact it can have on your life. And research...
by Marie Burns | Jun 27, 2024 | Financially Organized, Mindset
Are you a list maker? Or do you use them to help you move forward and stay organized? One of the most common To Dos on our “list” as we get older, whether it is written down or in our head, is the matter of taking action on the most procrastinated, back burner item...
by Marie Burns | May 30, 2024 | Financial Wellness, Grandparents, Parents
I read some mind-boggling stats from the Social Security Administration the other day: Out of 100 people, by retirement, 1 will be wealthy, 4 will be financially stable, 5 will need to continue working, 36 will have died, and 54 will need to rely on family/friends for...
by Marie Burns | May 17, 2024 | Suddenly Single, Widow
By choice or otherwise, 90% of us women will be left solely in charge of our household finances. Whether you become suddenly single through divorce or widowhood, the experience is a financial solo journey challenge. You may be dealing with half the resources, a...
by Marie Burns | Apr 24, 2024 | Financially Organized, Mindset
This picture is from high school, many moons ago, when I played the character of Pauline, the housekeeper, in the play No, No, Nanette! I would cook, tidy up, and keep the household organized and running smoothly. Far from being the star of the show (my sister was...
by Marie Burns | Apr 10, 2024 | Estate Planning, Suddenly Single
Sorry, if you started reading in order to pick up some recipes or meal ideas, I may have misled you. But now that I have your attention, are you open to thinking about discussing Death over Dinner? What!?! Who chose to write about this topic and tie it to a relaxing...
by Marie Burns | Mar 27, 2024 | Financial Wellness, Mindset
National Nutrition Month Even though I was a Registered Dietitian over two decades ago, I still remember that March is National Nutrition Month. Ironically, now instead of helping women balance their diet and exercise, I help them find balance with their finances. I...
by Marie Burns | Mar 13, 2024 | Financially Organized, Mindset
Beyond Valentine’s Day When I shared the first draft of my financial checklist book with a publisher years ago, his reaction surprised me. “This is a ‘honey, I love you’ book!” he said. “I am going to get this book for my wife for Valentine’s Day and tell her that my...
by Marie Burns | Feb 1, 2024 | Estate Planning, Marriage, Suddenly Single, Widow
In this month of “love” I think it’s appropriate to share a blog from Pastor Jack, from Avondale Baptist Church in Arizona. He wrote a blog for his congregation a few years ago about how to love your wife even after you’re gone and I requested his permission to share...
