Why I said “No” to Beyonce
If you know one thing about me, you probably know I am a self-appointed priestess of the church of Beyonce
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Vacation brain is a thing
Friends, I’m just going to say it, vacation brain is a thing. For some reason, whenever we get out of
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I suppose it’s 2023
We all have that friend. The one that was just on the outer rim of our nearest and dearest. Maybe
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Hello again…
Hello dear ones, I’ve started this newsletter so many times. Start and stop. Start and stop. What can I say
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Real Talk
Friends, The Art of Finance wants to share some important things with you. As we move through an increasingly socially-aware world,
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Feel. Your. Feelings.
Friends! Romans! Pandemic Compatriots! It’s been a hot minute since I’ve gotten the chance to sit down and form some
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2020 Announcements!
This time 10 years ago we felt like we were floundering. We had been married for 2.5 years and out
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The Twelve Gifts Of Christmas
As we come out of turkey comas, it’s time to deck those halls and make merry. But can we take
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The Practice of Thanks
Thanksgiving is the best holiday. There. I said it. And yes, I am well aware of the rather problematic history
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5 Scary Things People Say About Their Money
Halloween decorations are popping up all over our neighborhood. And hey, I love a good scare as much as anyone
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10 things we learned from our 5 week trip.
We are finally back after an incredible 5 week trip to the PNW. It’s a trip we’ve been planning and
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The Vet Bill
She was covered in blood. I almost didn’t notice because people in front of me had walked right past her.
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Oh boy! … or girl
Looks like a small human (with a very distinguished profile) is going to be making an appearance in the Olson
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The Tax Man Cometh
Surprise surprise, it’s the end of the year! Time to address everyone’s favorite subject: TAXES Or more specifically, Public Law
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Our PBS show!
It was a MASSIVE week in The Art of Finance world last week. OUR PBS SHOW DEBUTED!! You guys. I
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Freezing credit
While it might not be freezing right now in Texas, there is something that you should consider putting on ice.
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When spending doesn’t work anymore
July was the largest month ever for our business. So, we paid ourselves a lovely bonus on top of our normal
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A Workshop!
I’m obsessed with marriage and relationships. I read books about it, I’ve paid experts for years to teach me about
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Socially Responsible Investing
Your money is a gift. You are blessed with the ability to earn it and use it to make a positive difference in your own
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What I tell my foster kiddos
Every semester I get to do something awesome. I go to a group of kids who are about to age
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Budgeting like a Boss – #2 – Debt Payoff
OK guys, time to buckle up…  On our regular budget blueprint, we always put debt directly below essentials.  Making it stop
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Budgeting Like A Boss – #1 – The Essentials
Like Julie Andrews says, let’s start at the very beginning. It’s a very good place to start. Most budgets take
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Uprooted…or why you NEED an Emergency Fund.
A strange thing happened this weekend. I woke up on Saturday morning to our backyard tree completely uprooted. It was jarring to
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Giving and Getting
Giving is in the air every holiday season, but this year I find myself digging deeper into WHY we give. Is it because
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A Gift
Budget. I love saying this word out loud to the groups that we speak to. I can immediately feel the
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Let’s Get Real
Are you surprised…or rather, ambushed…every year by the holidays, vacations, and buying gifts? Lots of folks take a trip, finish
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2015 – What the heck happened?
If you didn’t meet your financial goals last year, guess what? You’re not alone. This time of year, LOTS of
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CREATIVES CAN BE WINNING WITH MONEY (PT. 2)
Remember how in my last post I was telling you that Creatives could be winning with money? I told you
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CREATIVES CAN BE WINNING WITH MONEY (pt. 1)
I was recently talking to a very talented artist at a wedding reception. She builds dream-like tables and chairs that
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