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Earning Equity Compensation at Work? Ask These Questions
This week's blog post is from Liz, the voice behind Liz Gets Loaded,...
Why Millennials Will Get Social Security
Here's why millennials shouldn’t take the claim, “I’ll never see a...
You’re Probably Using Your HSA Wrong
If you use your health savings account (HSA) to cover real-time...
How Much Does It Cost to Give Birth?
A Google search for how much it costs to give birth had me feeling...
How “Advice-Only” Financial Planners Actually Work
When I started working with a copywriter for my website, I...
Reflections on Year 1 as a Female Entrepreneur
The close of 2023 marks the end of my first calendar year as a...
2023 Personal & Financial Goals Review
Thanks 2023. That’s a wrap! Here's my personal & financial goals...
What’s the Worst Month to Have a Baby? (Financially)
Financially, January is the worst month to have a baby thanks to the...
My New Rebalancing BFF: Fidelity Basket Portfolios
As an advice-only financial planner, Fidelity Basket Portfolios...
Is Perfectionism Holding You Back From Investing?
Women struggle disproportionately with perfectionism. Is it holding...
Lowkey Financial Mistakes Parents Make
I’m a fee-only financial planner who works with parents of young...
Madi Manages Money Course + Consult Service
Finally, a Black Friday decision your financial planner can get down...
How to Do a Backdoor Roth IRA Contribution
If financial planners had a party trick, it would be the backdoor...
Meet the Family Financial Planning Masterclass
Meet the Family Financial Planning Masterclass. Because parenting...
Think Twice Before Rolling Over an Old Retirement Plan
If you're a high earner (or plan to be one someday), rolling over an...
Dependent Care FSA vs. Tax Credit | How to Use Both
Comparing the Dependent Care FSA vs. Tax Credit & Exploring How...
Paying for Chores: Should You Pay Your Kids an Allowance?
Paying for Chores: Should You Pay Your Kids an Allowance? I’ve...
It’s Too Early to Open a Bank Account for Your Kids
It's too early to open a bank account for your kids, but not for the...
Financial Literacy: Why We Didn’t Learn It From Parents & Educators
Financial literacy is a 21st century core survival skill. Here's why...
Coming Soon: Madi Manages Money Financial Planning Services
Madi Manages Money is bringing financial planning services to women...
What’s the “Vested Balance” in My 401(k)?
crash course on vesting in your retirement plan at work. In its most...
Estate Planning for Young Families: The Cost, Benefits, & Process
Here's what basic estate planning for young families entails &...
Is the PA 529 Guaranteed Savings Plan Right for My Family?
This article explains how the PA 529 Guaranteed Savings Plan works....
Should I Sell or Rent My House? Considering IRC Section 121
This post weighs the pros and cons of selling vs. renting out your...
Family of 3 Budget Update
Here's an update on our family of 3 budget. We'll touch on some HSA...
To Millennial Moms Investing for Children: Put Yourself First
What does it take for millennial moms to succeed when investing for...
I’m a CFP & a Mom | Here’s My Life Insurance Coverage
What life insurance coverage do parents need? I'm a mother and...
Microaggressions I’ve Navigated as a Woman in Finance
What narrative do you tell yourself when you experience...
Hiring a Robo-Advisor vs. DIY Investing
This post compares hiring a robo-advisor vs. DIY investing for...
The Spousal IRA: A Financial Equalizer for Women
Spousal IRAs can balance ownership of investable assets between...