by Mikelann Valterra | Jun 29, 2017 | Spending
Siren Call: definition- The enticing appeal of something alluring but potentially dangerous; — “Unable to resist the siren call of the cards, she withdrew her savings and headed for Las Vegas.” She succumbed to the siren call of new carpeting… and left the broken...
by Mikelann Valterra | Oct 18, 2016 | Planning
As a money coach, I ask new clients about their relationship to food. What?! Why am I asking that? Because food and money issues are often related. For starters, they are the two most common things we turn to, to make ourselves feel better. Think of it this way– when...
by Mikelann Valterra | Jul 26, 2016 | Saving
“If we could sell our experiences for what they cost us we’d be millionaires” – Abigail Van Buren Raise your hand if you’ve never made a mistake with money or never had a financial regret. Anyone? I thought not. We’ve all made mistakes with money. I know I have....
by Mikelann Valterra | Jun 22, 2016 | Saving
Want to know a secret to feeling more peaceful and in control with your money? Simplify your finances. And the best way to do this is to limit the number of accounts you have. Simpler is better. Over the years, I’ve seen just about everything. When new clients come...
by Mikelann Valterra | Mar 9, 2016 | Planning
Can you attract more money? We’ve all heard about the “Law of Attraction”—that what you focus on, you attract. (This was popularized in the book and movie, The Secret.) Said another way—many believe that your thinking creates and brings to you what you...