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Be Responsible, Be Insured
A vanilla, but necessary topic of discussion. Don’t overlook insurance coverage. It’s part of the financial plan to prepare for the worst including career altering or life-threatening events. Give a read, thought, and comment.
Strategies to Increase Income
The world is not enough. Despite earning more than enough to live a comfortable life, we always end up wanting more. Give a read if you are looking for ideas.
Pitfalls of Wealth Accumulation
Living paycheck to paycheck on a CRNA salary is easier than one might think. Avoid these bad decisions to ensure your escape from the rat race. We have a great profession, but it’s nice to have an exit plan.
Money Really is Everything
Deny as you will, money influences almost everything around us. Money influences where we are, what we do, who we associate with, and the available opportunities. A polarizing title topping a cliché-filled post.
Contract Negotiations: Maximize your Compensation
Six-figures over 3 years. My contract increase via negotiation. Negotiation is not thievery, but rather the agreement reached through discussion. Both parties come out ahead and feel like winners using the techniques discussed by an FBI negotiator in his best selling book.
Breaking Barriers: It’s Taboo to Talk Money
Money is a taboo topic no question about it. But should it be hidden away and kept to ourselves? There are advantages and disadvantages of breaking this barrier.
Factors of Wealth Building: The Maintenance Phase
If you reach financial independence, do your best to keep it. Nothing worse than starting over. Read about factors to consider when maintaining your nest egg for the long run.
Factors of Wealth Building: The Accumulation Phase
There are two phases of wealth building and this article speaks to the “accumulation phase.” How to grow a money tree that produces enough fruit to support your way of life.
Compare Job Offers: A Spreadsheet to Compute Hourly Earnings
It’s tough to compare job offers. Some have a high base wage — others, great benefits. Are you okay taking call? Do they expect 30 hours per week or 60? There are so many variables when comparing contracts. I found hourly earnings to be the equalizer when I was going through various offers. Check out the spreadsheet to run the numbers for yourself!
Manage a Major Purchase: Conquer with these Considerations
Ah, the daunting task of tackling a major purchase without feeling like you are taking three steps back furthering your financial goals. House, car, or camper they are all a lot to stomach, but it can be done.
Asset Allocation: Keep it Simple
Professionals tend to complicate asset allocation even when a few simple investments keep up with the pros.
The Psychology of Money
The behaviors and mindsets that influence financial outcomes. Success is in the eye of the beholder.
Handling Student Loans
Student loans are a reality of most high opportunity cost professions. How student loans are handled determines financial success.
Is your Personal Residence an Investment: The Age Old Debate
I have been told most of my life that purchasing a home is important and a good long-term investment. Now I am not certain that is true. Was it ever true? Read conflicting opinions from two well respected financial gurus.
Spending Ratios: Percents by Category
Where to send your dollars each month. Better yet, how much to spend and how much to invest.
Mandatory SRNA Money Move Before December 31st
The opportunity for the Roth conversion expires December 31st for each tax year. SRNAs need to make the move.
Find a Battle Buddy: Your Financial Success Depends on it
Financial success is not an individual support. Find that certain person who will make your success inevitable.
Evaluating your Financial Fitness
Financial comparisons are tough, especially for professions with a high opportunity costs. Read about the best way to set short and long-term financial goals.