Could I Be The Next Bernie Madoff?

As Certified Financial Planner and a business owner wanting to grow her financial planning firm, this is not the best choice for a headline, but hear me out for a minute.  Over the course of the last two years I have pondered many times about what happened to...

Praying During Volatile Times

In these uncertain times, it’s helpful to keep in mind how God has worked in our financial situations in the past.  What keeps me steady is thinking back to when I was burned out from working in a particularly demanding office.  I prayed and prayed for a...

Yes and No

“Will you play games with me?” “Can I have another snack?” “Can I play with my friends?” “Can I help you?” “Will you help me?” Most of the time the answer is easy, “No, you may not jump off the top...

Year End Tax Planning

In my tax practice, some of the the most frequently asked questions I receive are about year end tax planning.  As December 31st quickly approaches, here are some basic concepts to consider in trying to maximize deductions and minimize taxes. The basic...

Devotional Flossing

One thing I usually dread about going to the dentist is the guilt involved. It never fails that I am “encouraged” to floss more. Often I will floss like crazy the week before an appointment, hoping the dentist won’t notice! At my recent visit to a new dentist I was...