Posts tagged financial independence
Don't be a Budget Hater! Here's How to Budget Better.
Don't be a Budget Hater! Here's How to Budget Better.

In my own financial journey, I have learned that budgeting doesn't have to be intimidating, stressful, or boring. In fact, budgeting can help you reach your loftiest goals. My hope is to help you shift your perspective on budgeting by the end of this post. I promise you that it is totally possible to feel better about budgeting.

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TacticsDeb MeyerWorthyNestbudget, dread, regret, spending, spending plan, financial plan, income, expenses, goals, values, cash flow, financial independence, financial planning, family budget, experiences, budget changes, fixed expenses, variable expenses, savings, down-payment, maternity leave, living on one income, wiggle room, financial stress, part-time income, business projections, personal budget, family wealthComment
How to Become Financially Free
How to Become Financially Free

As we reflect on this US holiday of independence, what does financial independence mean to you? Many people think retirement and financial independence are synonymous, but differences exist.

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LegacyDeb MeyerWorthyNestindependence, july, 4th of july, freedom, financial freedom, financially free, financial independence, retirement, how much to save for retirement, purposeful, living purposefully, purposeful living, depression, anxiety, ChristianityComment
How Much is Enough?
How Much is Enough?

What is “enough” in financial terms? Is it a million dollars? $3 million? More?

Clients frequently ask me how much money they need to comfortably retire. Even as a CFP® with over fifteen years of experience, I can never give them a blanket response. There are a variety of quantitative and qualitative factors to consider.

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New + Noteworthy, LegacyDeb MeyerRedefining Family Wealthenough, millionaire, retire, retirement, retirement plan, savings, financial milestone, financial success, frugality, credit card balance, budget, spender, saver, independence, financial independence, handouts, generosity, stewardship, wealth-building, wealthy, build wealth, giving, marriage, dual income, career change, financial tension, AFCPE, white privilege, wise financial decisionsComment
Faith-Based Investing: 3 Ways to Invest with Your Values
Faith-Based Investing: 3 Ways to Invest with Your Values

Now, as a more astute investor, I understand the importance of vision and values in financial decision-making when trying to build wealth. This is especially important as a Christian. […] In this article, I want to go over three principles of investing to help you align your financial decisions with your values.

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New + Noteworthy, Legacy, TacticsDeb MeyerRedefining Family Wealthinvesting, diversification, vision, values, why, your why, guiding principles, vision statement, goals, goal-setting, family goals, 401k, 529, 529 plan, 403b, investment accounts, IRA, emergency fund, Cost Basis, taxes, financial independence, Portfolio Construction, Model Portfolio, charity, charitable organizations, donor advised funds, Rainy Day Funds, Christian living, Proverbs, Financial Gifts from GodComment