by Manisha Thakor | Jun 24, 2013 | All Posts, Protect, Save, Top 10
As we enter the warm, playful days of summer, it may be difficult to turn our attention to the cold reality of personal finance. Yet as any financial expert will say, to continue enjoying our lives to the fullest, it is essential to plan for our financial futures....
by Manisha Thakor | Jun 10, 2013 | All Posts, Protect, Save
In the event of an emergency, over half of Americans would struggle to come up with $2,000 according to a 2011 study by the National Bureau of Economic Research. Many of us want to save more, but is it possible that in trying to save money you could actually find...
by Manisha Thakor | May 20, 2013 | All Posts, Save
For entirely too many hard-working folks, there is a significant gap between the retirement life they desire and the one they will be able to afford if they do not adequately prepare for the future. Traditional goals such as living in an inviting home and devoting...
by Manisha Thakor | Apr 22, 2013 | All Posts, Save
Creating a strong emergency fund is an essential step to basic financial security, yet many of us find it difficult to set aside a regular monthly amount for savings. As a financial advisor, I think one of the reasons this is such a challenge is due to the way our...
by Manisha Thakor | Mar 18, 2013 | All Posts, Earn, Save, Spend, Top 10
Many people think budgets are about deprivation. As a financial advisor, I feel they are about liberation. Here’s a simple three-step plan to create a budget that you will feel excited to follow. Step #1: Understand the real purpose of a budget.It’s not necessarily...
by Manisha Thakor | Nov 19, 2012 | All Posts, Invest, Reflect, Save
Can you maximize your life happiness and relieve financial stress at the same time? I believe the answer is yes. The key is practicing radical simplicity. I’m not about to suggest giving away all of your possessions. Rather, I am suggesting that by being highly...
