Between the Ts

Dealing with financial setbacks can feel like a long, slow, crawl through the mud. It can be emotionally and physically draining, especially when tough choices are made between paying a bill or buying food. As we wrap up our budgeting series for Between the Ts, we sit down once again with Blake Bradshaw and Rachelle Carter to discuss practical methods for dealing with overwhelming debt loads and d...

What do we do when we face a financial emergency? Whether it is the result of a pandemic, job loss, medical expense, home repair, or some other unexpected event, the way we manage our money now can affect how well we make it through a financial crisis. Just as doctors use “triage” to prioritize the treatment of life threatening wounds over scrapes and bruises, we can use a similar “triage” approac...

Would you trust a contractor to build your dream home if he said he would figure out the floorplan as he goes? Or would you expect a detailed blueprint that describes where every element of the house will be placed? Shouldn’t we expect the same type of planning when it comes to our money? Surprisingly, studies show that many Americans live paycheck-to-paycheck with very little saved for emergencie...

A common misconception is that estate plans are only for the super wealthy with a ton of assets. Another misconception is estate plans are only for older individuals who are retired and nearing the end of life. The truth, however, may surprise you. Even young adults can benefit from an estate plan because the documents it contains can give directions for your care during a medical crisis, as well...