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Busy Professionals: Three Reasons a Daily Money Manager may be Right for You
Great post from AADMM site: Click here or read below Keeping track of your money can often feel like a separate career. It is easy to go...

Michele Jones
Nov 29, 20233 min read


Month-End Bookkeeping Tips for Small Businesses
As we approach the end of another month, it's time to ensure your books are in tip-top shape. Here are some valuable month-end...

Michele Jones
Nov 14, 20231 min read


Enjoy the Holidays with These Budgeting Tips for Small Business Owners
With the holiday season just around the corner, it's the perfect time to prepare for joyful celebrations. The holidays can be an exciting...

Michele Jones
Nov 8, 20231 min read


Why isn’t my budget working?
New Year, New Start…right? Many people have decided to get their finances in order this year. And what better way to do it than to...

Michele Jones
Jan 16, 20232 min read


Daily Money Manager vs. Bookkeeper
As I explain how I help people as a Daily Money Manager, people often assume that it is the same as a bookkeeper. DMM is not as well...

Michele Jones
Sep 22, 20221 min read


AfterPay, Affirm & other stupid options
I remember growing up, my mom would often put clothes on Layaway. She would find a special outfit and would put a deposit down and they...

Michele Jones
Sep 8, 20222 min read


Ways to Spend Extra 529 College Savings Funds
I was speaking with clients the other day about setting up 529 accounts for their young children. They asked me a question I’ve heard...

Michele Jones
Aug 18, 20222 min read


Money Savings Tips from Warren Buffet
While learning how to manage my money, I have read many books and articles on how to do it best. I found this great article on 8 money...

Michele Jones
Jul 15, 20221 min read


Financial Thoughts from a Financial Coach
My final thoughts are about Kids, Savings and Financial Goals… #16: Overcome emotional spending. This is especially hard when it comes...

Michele Jones
Jul 15, 20211 min read


Financial Thoughts from a Financial Coach Part 2
Today’s financial thoughts are about Debt, Retirement and Student Loans… #8: Talk to your creditors. Work out a realistic plan and...

Michele Jones
Jul 12, 20212 min read


Financial Thoughts from a Financial Coach Part 1
As a Financial Coach I am often asked my thoughts on people’s personal finances. People are often looking for the fastest and easiest...

Michele Jones
Jul 8, 20212 min read


Finding Peace of Mind Part 3
Finishing up on finding Peace of Mind, here are my last tips. #11: Pay attention and redirect your thoughts. When I’m having negative...

Michele Jones
Jul 5, 20212 min read


Finding Peace of Mind Part 2
Continuing on finding Peace of Mind during crazy times...here are more tips for you. #6: Sleep: When you’re done being active and...

Michele Jones
Jul 1, 20211 min read


Meal Planning
Many years ago, when Nathan and I were first starting to budget and get our finances under control, I quickly realized that our groceries...

Michele Jones
Jun 24, 20213 min read


Financial Tips Part 3
Finishing up my list of tips… #13: Save at least 15% for retirement. Once you’re debt-free and have your emergency fund, start saving...

Michele Jones
Jun 14, 20211 min read


Financial Tips Part 2
Continuing on my favorite tips for changing your financial future… #6: Save $1000 before paying off debt. This will help keep you out...

Michele Jones
Jun 10, 20212 min read


Reverse Mortgage
In the last few weeks I have had many people ask me about reverse mortgages and if they are a good idea. My immediate response is...

Michele Jones
Jun 3, 20212 min read


Tips to Save at Restaurants
Now that more and more restaurants are opening up fully, your eating out budget may need to be increased. However, here are tips to save...

Michele Jones
May 27, 20213 min read


Trusting God
A while ago I was meeting with a client to help her input the upcoming month’s budget. She got everything inputted and balanced to zero...

Michele Jones
May 17, 20213 min read


Tips to Save Money Part 4
Wrapping up my 22 Tips to Save Money today...here are the last five! #17: Skip the coffee shop. I know how hard this can be, heck I...

Michele Jones
May 13, 20212 min read
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