Cracking the Credit Score Code

Do you ever wonder what makes up your credit score? Whether you’re applying for a mortgage, car loan, or a credit card, this three-digit number plays a pivotal role in determining whether lenders will trust you with their money.   Here are the elements that make up your credit score: Payment History (35%): Be Punctual…

What Is Passive Investing?

You may not realize it, but lots of people are looking for ways for their money to make them MORE money – we call that passive investing. In fact, “What is passive investing?” is one of the most commonly Googled search terms.  We talk about this a lot with clients. Plenty of them are still…

The 20,000 Foot View of Financial Planning

Financial planning is meant to help you begin with the end in mind with regard to your personal finances. Some people think (erroneously!) that financial planning is like an emergency service – in other words, it isn’t “just” for people experiencing financial turmoil. And it’s not “just” for people who want investment guidance. It’s a…