Counting Beans

If someone asked you to think of things you have learned or are thankful for during this Quarantine what would they be? It may be feeling more grateful for the ones you are surrounded by, utilizing outlets to hang out with friends, learning a new skill or having that peace of mind because you have an emergency fund established. Come chat with us as we talk about some real life things we are thankful for and lessons we are able to take away from this Quarantine.

#EmergencyFund
#StayAtHome
#Resourceful

You’re in your 50’s and so close to retirement! Way to go! You’ve been saving and putting your hard-earned money away so that you can live the best retirement for you! Join us as we discuss healthcare costs, how to continue paying off debts, funding your 401k to the max…etc. In addition, we talk a little bit more about side hustles, how fun they can be and how they might help fund some more of your retirement!

#SockItAway
#MaximumFunding
#RetirementSideHustles

You’re in your 20’s….did you ever think there would be so much to learn and know about finances and life in general?! It can certainly be a hard one to navigate, let’s discuss how building a road map can make it a bit easier. Join Scott and I as we chat about some bullet points that would be helpful whether it be in your early, mid or late 20’s.

#RoadMapForLifesRoadTrip
#BuildYourBudget
#LiveWithinYourMeans
#StartSavingEarly

If someone challenged you to sell one thing you weren’t using, I’m sure you could easily do it. Why stop at one item? Why not find as many items that you aren’t using or don’t serve you any purpose anymore and see how much money you can make! Another creative way to obtain items is the bartering method! One man’s trash is another man’s treasure! Take a listen to hear sale updates and a guy bartered with a paperclip!

#SellingAllTheThings
#CashinInYourStash
#BarterWithAPaperclip

Balance: a condition in which different elements are equal or in the correct proportions.

Would you build a house without plans? Would you invest money blindly without doing research on the best way to do it? Today we discuss a very important first step that is applicable to so much in life, but specifically with finances, it is the process of building a solid foundation. Finding balance in life is something we hope and want for our listeners!

#BalancingAct
#FirmFoundation
#CelebrateDailyWins

You’re thinking about having children, do you know all the planning that goes into that? The onetime costs, re-occurring costs, childcare, etc...we haven’t even discussed picking out the name. With all those things to think about it can certainly prove to be to be overwhelming! Take advantage of anything and everything that will help you during this time of life! Chat with us to gather ideas to help build a plan for kids!

#PlanningForYourBundleOfJoy
#KidsAreABlessing
#ThisIsWhyWeCan’tHaveNiceThings

Have you ever thought about Life Insurance and realized there are an overwhelming amount of them to choose from…Term, Whole, Universal, Variable, Variable Universal, Simplified Issue, Guaranteed Issue, Final Expenses and more…..phew! Anyone exhausted yet?! How could you ever pick the right one?

Come listen as Scott navigates through some of these and helps to make sense of all that surrounds Life Insurance.

#LockdownTheRightLifeInsurance
#ProtectYourselfAndYourFamily
#DoYourResearch

How does one manage investment stress during difficult times? During trying times, it’s hard to think about investing money or managing the money that is already invested. Developing if/then scenarios will hopefully help navigate your plan. Join us as we discuss ways to help manage this potential stressor for some.

#ManagingStressfulTimes
#YouDoYou
#NavigatingTheBestPlan

Most often talking through fears and uncertainty with others helps relieve some stress. Come take a listen as we delve into same mail bag questions addressing real life concerns surrounding the Coronavirus.

#TalkItOut
#NowIsATimeToUseYourEmergencyFund #RealLifeProvidesRealOpportunities

You're in your 40’s and hopefully are delving deep into your financial plan! If you’ve been listening to this planning by age series, then we hope you have found value in what we’ve discussed and been taking away bits of helpful information! Join us as we discuss a little bit about life insurance, making sure you have the appropriate amount and how you can continue to live your life, all while continuing to save for retirement!

#RetirementIsGettingCloser
#ContinueSaving
#KickOnTheAfterBurners