Her Money Revolution

What does it really take to build lasting wealth—and an even richer life? As Her Money Revolution celebrates its second anniversary, Angela BrooksCFP®, reflects on the six most impactful lessons she's learned through two years of podcasting, working with families, and helping women gain greater confidence with their finances. This milestone episode goes beyond investing and financial planning to e...

What if the most impactful financial decision you make this year isn't earning more money, but taking the time to evaluate where you are and where you're headed? As the year reaches its midpoint, many people find themselves reflecting on goals they set in January. Some have made meaningful progress, while others may feel that life, responsibilities, and unexpected challenges have shifted their foc...

What if one financial decision could unexpectedly increase your Medicare costs by thousands of dollars per year? Many retirees focus heavily on investment growth and retirement savings, but far fewer understand how taxes, healthcare costs, and retirement income planning all work together. In this episode of Her Money Revolution , Angela Brooks, CFP®, unpacks one of the most overlooked retirement p...

What would happen financially if one spouse suddenly had to manage everything alone? Many couples spend decades building retirement savings, investment accounts, and long-term financial plans together, yet very few are prepared for the financial realities that can follow the loss of a spouse. Beyond the emotional grief, surviving spouses are often faced with reduced household income, higher taxes,...

Have you ever felt emotionally exhausted—not because of one major event, but because of the ongoing weight of responsibilities, decisions, expectations, and everyday life? Sometimes life feels “off track” not because we are failing, but because we have been carrying too much for too long without creating space to pause, reflect, and reset. In this episode, Angela Brooks explores the mindset shifts...

“When your finances feel cluttered, clarity becomes difficult.” In this episode of Her Money Revolution , Angela Brooks introduces a structured and practical approach to resetting your financial life through the concept of a “financial spring cleaning.” Drawing from a personal experience of organizing her home, Angela highlights a common pattern: individuals often dedicate more time to managing ph...

“When everything feels important, nothing feels clear.” In this episode of Her Money Revolution , Angela Brooks addresses one of the most common challenges in personal finance: knowing what to prioritize with your money—and when. Many women are actively saving, investing, and paying down debt, yet still experience stress, uncertainty, or lack of progress. Angela explains that this is often not a f...

In this episode of Her Money Revolution , Angela Brooks, CFP®, explores a powerful shift in how we approach financial success—moving away from discipline-driven habits and toward intentional system design. Angela introduces the concept of your financial environment and explains how it quietly influences nearly every financial decision you make. Whether structured intentionally or not, your current...

In this episode of Her Money Revolution , Angela Brooks, CFP®, explores a powerful shift in how we approach financial success—moving away from discipline-driven strategies toward system-based design. In recognition of Women’s History Month, Angela provides important context around women and wealth, highlighting how recent it is for women to fully participate in financial decision-making. As a resu...

In this episode of Her Money Revolution , Angela Brooks explores the essential role of alignment in building a financial life that feels both intentional and sustainable. While many women are taking the “right” financial steps—saving, investing, paying down debt—feelings of stress, overwhelm, or disconnection often remain. Angela explains why this happens and how misalignment between financial pla...

In this episode of Her Money Revolution , Angela Brooks, CFP®, examines the powerful connection between MONEY and RELATIONSHIP—and why financial challenges are rarely just about dollars and cents. While interest rates, budgets, and investment returns play a role in financial outcomes, Angela explains that most money-related tension stems from deeper issues such as values, expectations, emotional s...

In this episode of Her Money Revolution , Angela Brooks, CFP®, returns after a deliberate pause to share the clarity and direction that emerged from slowing down and reflecting at the start of the year. Rather than approaching a new season with more hustle or louder goals, Angela explains why January became a time of prayer, journaling, and asking deeper questions—about purpose, alignment, and the...

In this episode of Her Money Revolution , Angela Brooks, CFP®, provides a timely and practical guide to navigating holiday spending with clarity, intention, and confidence. The holiday season often brings joy—along with pressure, expectations, and no shortage of opportunities to overspend. Angela breaks down five actionable strategies to help you enjoy the season fully while remaining aligned with...

In this episode of Her Money Revolution, Angela Brooks, CFP®, explores how a simple practice—gratitude—can have a profound impact on your financial well-being. Angela reveals how shifting from a scarcity mindset to one of gratitude can transform not only your outlook, but also your outcomes. Through real client stories, personal reflections, and practical exercises, Angela explains how recognizing...

In this episode of Her Money Revolution , Angela Brooks, CFP®, unpacks one of the most revealing measures of a company’s financial health: free cash flow . With clarity, warmth, and her signature wit, Angela explains how this often-overlooked metric tells the real story behind profitability—beyond the polished headlines of earnings reports. Angela breaks down what free cash flow is, why it matters...

In this episode of Her Money Revolution , Angela Brook, CFP® explores one of the most emotionally charged and financially complex topics: blended family finances . With compassion, expertise, and a touch of humor, Angela reveals how money decisions in blended families go far beyond dollars and cents—they reflect identity, values, and the desire for fairness. Through candid client stories and pract...

In this episode of Her Money Revolution, Angela Brook, CFP® breaks down one of the most valuable—yet often overlooked—tools in the modern investor’s toolkit: the PEG ratio. Building on her mission to simplify investing for women, Angela explains how the PEG ratio goes beyond the traditional P/E ratio by incorporating a company’s growth potential—providing a more complete picture of value. With cle...

In this episode of Her Money Revolution , Angela Brooks, CFP® explores one of the most essential yet often overlooked areas of financial planning: estate planning. Far from being just about end-of-life decisions, estate planning is about protecting your loved ones, safeguarding your legacy, and ensuring that your wishes are carried out with clarity and care. Angela breaks down the key components—f...

In this episode of Her Money Revolution, Angela Brooks, CFP® shares a powerful framework for what it truly means to be wealthy—and it goes far beyond the numbers on a balance sheet. Through a deeply personal and transformational client story, Angela illustrates how real wealth is built on four pillars: Confidence in your financial decisions, Clarity about your goals and values, Capacity to create...

In this episode of Her Money Revolution , Angela Brooks, CFP®, provides a comprehensive breakdown of the newly passed One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA)—signed into law on July 4, 2025. This significant legislation brings sweeping changes to tax policy, retirement savings, business incentives, and childcare benefits, with direct implications for individuals, families, and small business owners. An...

In this episode of Her Money Revolution, Angela Brooks, CFP®, explores one of the most important — yet often overlooked — conversations in parenting: teaching kids and teens the WHY behind money. It’s not just about dollars and cents; it’s about raising confident, values-driven individuals who understand the purpose of financial decision-making. Angela shares five practical strategies to help pare...

In this episode of Her Money Revolution, Angela Brooks CFP® takes a timely look at how back-to-school season presents the perfect opportunity to teach kids real-life financial lessons. From supply lists to shopping budgets, everyday moments can become powerful tools to help children and teens build healthy money habits. Angela shares three practical, age-appropriate strategies for raising financia...

In this episode of Her Money Revolution , Angela Brooks CFP® takes an in-depth look at the dynamics of bull and bear markets, providing clear explanations of these essential market cycles and how they impact your investments. Angela discusses the characteristics of both market conditions—bull markets, which signify growth and optimism, and bear markets, which represent downturns and caution. She e...

In this episode of Her Money Revolution, Angela Brooks, CFP®, takes a strategic look at the Price-to-Book (P/B) ratio—an essential metric in the value investor’s toolkit. Whether you're just starting to build your portfolio or refining your investment strategy, understanding the P/B ratio can help you better evaluate whether a stock is undervalued, overvalued, or priced fairly based on its net ass...

In this episode of Her Money Revolution, Angela Brooks, CFP®, brings transparency to an area that quietly costs investors thousands: mutual fund share classes. Angela explains the different types of mutual fund shares — Class A, B, C, and institutional shares — and how each structure impacts the fees you pay, often without you even realizing it. Through real-world client examples, Angela highlight...