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Financial tactics and tools for self-starters to achieve enduring financial freedom decades ahead of the norm. Delivered once a month on the first Saturday.
Donovan Carson
Mar 8, 20241 min read
[Infographic] True Cost of Being a Pet Owner
Invest In a Life You Love, When You're Ready, There Are Three Ways I Can Help You Become a Client—Apply to become a client of mine and...
Donovan Carson
Mar 8, 20244 min read
High-Income Earners May Have Trouble Saving For Retirement: Your Guide to Overcoming Some Surprising Roadblocks
You know preparing and saving early is key to reaching your retirement goals - but as someone who makes six figures or more, you may have...
Donovan Carson
Mar 8, 20244 min read
How to Be a Good Steward of Your Inheritance
When you receive an inheritance, you may experience a gamut of emotions. You’re saddened at the personal loss that has led to pecuniary...
Donovan Carson
Mar 8, 20244 min read
5 Tax Tips for First-Time Homeowners
Buying a new home can be an exciting and rewarding experience. While first-time homeownership can come with a lot of initial expenses, it...
Donovan Carson
Mar 8, 20244 min read
Getting Married With Student Loan Debt? Here's What You Need to Know
The outstanding student loan debt in America sits at a staggering $1.48 trillion as of August 2019.1 With so many students graduating...
Donovan Carson
Mar 8, 20243 min read
6 Habits of Highly Successful Credit Card Holders
Adopting bad credit habits can undoubtedly plunge you into a cycle of constant stress and financial problems. Luckily, it’s never too...
Donovan Carson
Mar 8, 20243 min read
How to Build Better Credit With Your Credit Cards
Building a good credit score is key to your financial health. It saves money, increases your housing opportunities, and qualifies you for...
Donovan Carson
Mar 8, 20244 min read
Loan 101 For First-Time Homebuyers: What Is a Mortgage and How Does It Work?
You’ve always heard that 20 percent is the gold standard for a down payment - making home buying feel more like a dream than a reality...
Donovan Carson
Mar 8, 20245 min read
Your Company Offers a 401(k). Now What?
While retirement may seem lightyears away, any seasoned financial professional will tell you that planning for your golden years should...
Donovan Carson
Mar 8, 20243 min read
How Much Allowance Should You Give Your Children?
An allowance is a tradition of childhood. Maybe your parents gave you a specific weekly or monthly sum you used to get all the little...
Donovan Carson
Mar 8, 20243 min read
Using 529 Plans to Pay for Private K-12 Expenses
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act introduced legislation that could benefit those with 529 plans in place to pay for college. Under the new law,...
Donovan Carson
Mar 7, 20243 min read
6 Ways to Start Helping Your Kids Manage Their Money
Helping your children learn to manage money at a young age can give them a solid foundation and teach them the true value of money....
Donovan Carson
Mar 7, 20244 min read
6 Financial To-Do's for New Parents
Having a new baby is a much-anticipated event. While growing a larger family brings added joy and love to your household, it can also...
Donovan Carson
Mar 7, 20241 min read
Infographic: How to Talk to Your Kids About Money
Invest In a Life You Love, When You're Ready, There Are Three Ways I Can Help You Become a Client—Apply to become a client of mine and...
Donovan Carson
Mar 7, 20245 min read
Having a Baby? 8 Financial Decisions To Make Over the Next Nine Months
Bringing a baby into the world can be exhilarating, and the anticipation of change can often be overwhelming for new parents. Suddenly,...
Donovan Carson
Mar 7, 20243 min read
Getting Married? 5 Financial Considerations to Discuss With Your Partner First
Between popping the question and saying “I do,” you and your partner have plenty to plan. And while it’s not as fun as cake tasting,...
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