The current narrative is that home prices have risen so much so that it is no longer a smart idea to purchase a home. Your family and friends might suggest that buying a home right now (whether a first-time home or a move-up home) makes absolutely no sense from an affordability standpoint. They are wrong! Homes are more affordable right now than at almost any time in our country’s history except for the foreclosure years (2009-2015) when homes sold at major discounts. As an example,... [read more]

Thanksgiving marks the beginning of the holiday season, a time spent with family and friends. Using the natural bounty available at this time of year is a great, inexpensive, and environmentally friendly option for decorating for the holidays. Here are a few creative ideas for your Thanksgiving decorating!   Harvest Vegetables   The vegetables that are available during the harvest season are not only great to eat, but are also a beautiful and inexpensive way to decorate... [read more]

We are who we think we are. You demonstrate a poverty mindset when you view the world through the lens of someone in poverty instead of the wealthy woman you really are. Those who SEE themselves as wealthy and prosperous without a shadow of a doubt BEFORE it happens, are almost guaranteed to experience it in reality.   Symptoms of a poverty mindset   Spend a vast majority of your time focusing on entertainment and entertainers lives. Spend an excessive... [read more]

Don’t buy into the myth … that no real estate sales happen during the holidays. The holidays are a time of clear separation…separation between the buyers who serious, and the tire kickers.   OK, we know you're busy enough buying gifts and planning family feasts, but hear us out. While everyone else hit the mall to buy half-off sweaters - you make the purchase of a lifetime: a new house to ring in the New Year. Check out these surprisingly smart reasons to... [read more]

With the holidays quickly approaching this is a good time to take stock of your worth. There are a lot of women who believe they are successful because they have a lot of income, but are in essence wearing all their hard earned money on their back, and feet. However,  your net worth is more of an indicator of wealth than an income, because it shows you how much you have amassed in capital, liquid assets, and other forms of investments other than cash. Another way to look at it is... [read more]