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How to Build a Business You Can Sell

Not everyone starts a business planning to sell it. Some of you have no interest in an exit at all, and that's fine. But stick with me, because the work that makes a business sellable is the same work that makes it healthier, calmer, and more profitable to run right now.

July 27, 2026

Five Ways to Simplify Your Money (and How It Helps)

Many people assume that managing money well requires complexity. More accounts, more spreadsheets, more strategies, more monitoring. The opposite is usually true.

July 20, 2026

Can I Afford a House Even If I Can't Put 20% Down?

Understanding where the 20% number comes from, and what your actual options are, can help you make a decision based on your finances instead of someone else's rule of thumb.

July 13, 2026

Why We Avoid Looking at Our Finances (And What It Costs)

Financial avoidance is very common, but if you learn to recognize it and manage it, you can get better at overcoming these tendencies.

July 6, 2026

How to Protect Your Money From Crypto "Pig Butchering" Scams

What is a pig butchering scam? Learn how this crypto fraud works, the warning signs to watch for, and how to protect your money.

June 29, 2026

Am I at Risk of Having My Identity Stolen or Being a Victim of Fraud?

Identity theft and financial fraud are not abstract problems that happen to other people. They happen to people who are careful, educated, and financially stable. The good news is that most identity theft and fraud can be prevented with a few deliberate habits.

June 15, 2026

What Is a 5498 Tax Form and What Should You Do With It?

You did everything right. You gathered your tax documents, filed your return on time, and finally felt that satisfying sense of closure. Then, sometime in May or June, an envelope shows up with yet another tax form inside.

June 8, 2026

The Truth About IPOs – What Wall Street Doesn't Tell The Average Investor

With all the hype around IPOs, it's easy to see why people tend to get excited about getting in on the action. But what does the historical performance data show? And how can everyday investors participate?

June 1, 2026

Powers of Attorney – The Estate Planning Documents Almost Nobody Has

There are two documents that belong in almost everyone's hands, and most people don't have them.

May 18, 2026