As summer draws to a close and we head into the latter half of the year, August is the perfect time to give your finances a mid-year checkup. With back-to-school expenses looming, and the holiday season not too far off, getting your financial house in order now can help you stay on track for the…
Interest rates play a pivotal role in our financial lives, influencing everything from mortgages and car loans to savings accounts and credit card debt. The financial landscape is constantly evolving, so it’s important to continually digest how the current landscape is impacting the consumer. A year ago in May, the Federal Reserve set their target…
Happy July everyone. As summer is well underway and we have surpassed the mid-way mark in the year, it’s a great time to take a step back and evaluate your financial health. With vacations, barbecues, and outdoor activities in full swing, it’s easy to lose track of your financial goals. Here’s a consolidated checklist to…
As we reach the midpoint of the year, June offers a perfect opportunity to take stock of your financial situation. It’s a time to reflect on the progress you’ve made and adjust your strategies to ensure you stay on track with your financial goals. Here’s a comprehensive checklist to help you conduct a thorough mid-year…
Does money and financial conversations stress you out? Do you feel uncomfortable when having money discussions with your partner? If so, you’re not alone. Money conversations can bring up underlying insecurities and cause anxiety amongst individuals. Given the current market environment and economic uncertainty, extreme volatility, and newly reported record high inflation data, it’s extremely…
As we are now approaching the mid-point of the year, it’s prime time to reevaluate our financial strategies and benchmark our financial goals and resolutions we set earlier in the year. In this blog post, we’ll break down straightforward and actionable financial resolutions you can set if you have yet to set goals, and also…
May is a perfect time of year to reassess your financial goals and ensure you’re on track to get to where you want to go. Whether you’re planning for retirement, saving for a big purchase, or just looking to improve your financial health, this consolidated financial planning checklist for May will provide you with some…
As financial advisors, one of the common challenges we observe among individuals is the phenomenon of lifestyle creep. This gradual increase in spending as income rises can have a significant impact on long-term financial goals. In this blog, we’ll take a look into what lifestyle creep is, its implications, and practical tips on how you…
April marks National Financial Literacy Month, and it’s more than just another item on the calendar. At Sherman Wealth Management, we’re taking this opportunity to dive into why financial literacy, education and empowerment should play a key role in your life. Why is financial literacy so important? Well, because money matters. It affects every aspect…
Becoming a parent is one of life’s most significant milestones, bringing with it immense joy and responsibility. As you prepare to grow and welcome a new member into your family, it’s essential to prepare and adapt a shifted financial mindset. So, let’s discuss what you can financially expect when you’re expecting! Budgeting: Establishing a budget…