[Aug 31st 2010] This is a money segment, but our money frequently comes to us from a job, our work. Do you LOVE what you do? Love? Really? - If you spend forty hours a week doing a job, why not find meaning and purpose and not just bring home a paycheck? Isn't... - read on...

[Aug 24th 2010] Since the first rule of finance is spend less than you make- or earn more than you spend- what are some practical ways for spending less? Shopping is NOT your hobby- Stop hanging around folks for whom shopping IS their hobby, and find something... - read on...

[Aug 17th 2010] School shopping: oh, Joy! You can make a game of this adventure by doing this task on the cheap, cheap, cheap. Here's six tips to help you shop smart. 1.) Make a list - This should be a detailed shopping list of specific items. Having a list i... - read on...

[Jul 20th 2010] Banking can be an expensive undertaking. Fees for many services, such as deposits, ATM, check writing, etc. Some banks try to entice depositors with 'free checking' if high amounts of your money is held in savings accounts that pay a pittance in... - read on...

[Jun 29th 2010] Every day I am approached by people who 'wished they understood' all kinds of money subjects. These folks feel lost, ignorant, angry at themselves, and foolish all because of their own perceived lack of knowledge about money. Negative slef-talk ... - read on...

[Jun 22nd 2010] Ever notice how tight your child can be with their own money and how quickly they spend yours? When you haven't worked hard for the money you are given even grown-ups can behave this way. It's not just lemonade stands and yard sale toys! Here a... - read on...

[Jun 15th 2010] The movement of the stock market is affected by large and small events Recently the stock market has had some considerable drops and volatility. What causes these changes? 1.) International events: debt, political - The first concerns are ... - read on...

[Jun 08th 2010] By- Marion Syverson You need credit to buy a house, car or boat. You even need good credit to get many jobs and for life insurance. What should you do if your credit score is low? Here are some tips. Repair incorrect statements-  The FTC w... - read on...

[Jun 01st 2010] A survey was released recently by the insurance and financial company now called The Hartford. The survey measured those who planned for retirement - call PLANNERS in the survey- and non-planners. As you might expect non- planners aren't very cl... - read on...

[May 18th 2010] Identity theft can involve financial, medical or personal information where another person identifies themselves as you without your permission. Prevention is doing one thing, but it a series of things, or as one expert said it is a strategy. S... - read on...

[May 11th 2010] Do you keep track of how and why your money is spent? Many people who have money troubles do not really have a clear picture of how money is spent. Here are some questions to ask yourself: 1.) What interest rate are you paying on debt? ... - read on...

[May 04th 2010] Portfolio theory, which I studied, claims that a very good approach to investments is regular rebalancing of your investment portfolio. Why rebalance - To rebalance is to make the mix of investments back to the 60/ 40% of stocks and bonds, o... - read on...

[Apr 27th 2010] As a financial advisor and curious woman, I want to know as much as I can about how we think about life but especially money. That has brought me to learn as much as I can about today's topic: The psychology of money. Money brings out our concerns... - read on...

[Apr 20th 2010] I hope no one you love ever dies. It is my special hope that no one you love dies young. But people do die and sometimes the death is especially tragic because the loved one is young and has a family counting on their love and their income. Why... - read on...

[Apr 06th 2010] So you've got a budget and you're chugging along. Now you realize that you don't have a way to make future dreams and goals come true. You need to set financial goals! Here's how (and I've included web sites that have some worksheets that you ... - read on...

[Mar 30th 2010] Almost 600,000 new business start each year. Do you have what it takes to be one of the entrepreneurs who plan to open your own business this year? Here's a list of some of the characteristics that may help you. Discipline- You need a plan and... - read on...

[Mar 23rd 2010] I have a degree in Business with a concentration in Finance, so I am equipped to understand the world of investing, but I also want to help clients feel good about the process of creating their financial plan. To help me do that part of my job bet... - read on...

[Mar 02nd 2010] Maybe you've been together for years and you think you know each other. But inside the beautiful brain of the person you love may lurk an assumption and since you are, undoubtedly wanting a happy futre it would be good to make ceratin that you are... - read on...

[Feb 16th 2010] "Where do you want to be five years from now?", asked my pastor on a recent Sunday. Would you like to be wiser financially, a better loved one to your family, a wiser person? It doesn't matter how old you are because there is never a reason to n... - read on...

[Feb 09th 2010] Q. Where can I save money and earn a higher rate than a checking or savings account? A. Not to give you a growth in your brain but this is the difference between savings at a financial institution and investing in the stock market. (Need some f... - read on...

[Feb 02nd 2010] I received a question about the best places to go online for tax refund estimates. You will need to determine which sites offer the best information for you, but I found a few sites that offer tax estimates. And, as always, you can go to the WAB... - read on...

[Jan 19th 2010] Saving for retirement is important. It may seem boring but it's important. Maybe you don't have a plan. If that's true I'd really like you start one this year. There are many kinds of plans for all different situations. And I can't say for sure wh... - read on...

[Jan 12th 2010] By- Marion Syversen Monitor spending - Make every dollar work for you by knowing where each one goes! Know what percent of your income is used for food, entertainment, savings, and the rest. Make a budget - Now you can make a budget. Find a... - read on...

[Dec 22nd 2009] By- Marion Syversen Let's say you think opening an account for your little pumpkin would be a great idea for Christmas. Let's look at the rules for some of the most common types. Savings account- If you open a joint account with your little... - read on...

[Dec 07th 2009] By- Marion Syverson Get organized- Please use a list and pare it to who really needs gifts. Money isn't a substitute for love so don't mistake the two. Give group gifts- Can you buy a group gift of a great game, puzzle or event, like a dinne... - read on...