Several years ago, I was floored when my health insurance premiums topped $500. Oh, for the good old days. Last year, I paid over $700 per month. Recently, I gingerly opened next year’s health insurance estimate to discover that in 2019, I’ll pay more than $800 per month. And my health insurance plan has a deductible of thousands of dollars. Which means that before the health insurance company pays a reasonable percent of my health care expenses, I shell out thousands of dollars.

Spring is the perfect time to improve your financial health.Following is a list of learning opportunities for you to listen and learn about important finance and investing topics. From how to invest an inheritance to index funds and an invitation to a free “Wealth Warrior Summit” there’s an opportunity for everyone.First are several of my recent podcast appearances.Next, the free Wealth Warrior Summit is an opportunity to learn from various experts about how to build wealth.

Values and Money Impact Whether You’ll be Wealthy or Not “Values are the principles that guide you through every day, every task, and every encounter with another human being; even if you are unaware of what those values are.” By Richard Bolles in What Color is Your Parachute? In another lifetime, when I worked as a career counselor, Bolles work influenced me in many ways. His wisdom far surpasses the career field and invades every aspect of life. Values and money are inextricably intertwined…

Take These Steps Before You Buy a Home So you’re thinking of buying a home in Texas—congratulations! Between Texas mortgage payment calculators, reality agreements, and FICO scores, there is a host of information to process as you make your home ownership dreams a reality. Getting a mortgage in Texas is easy – if you follow these tips! Buying a house is an exciting and nerve-wracking time, but these 5 tips will take the mystery out of the Texas mortgage process. 1. Know Your Finances Before Y…