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Making Smart Financial Decisions
Being successful in life has little to do with money. Still, being successful with your money allows for more opportunities to pursue what you love and support who you love.
At Fort Independence Financial & Insurance, helping you maximize the way your money works for you is the central focus. Offering a comprehensive approach and relationship built on trust, Mike’s mission is to help you make smart decisions with your money and enjoy the peace of mind that comes with those decisions.
“No matter how we save or invest I’m sure we’ll always have the goal of independence, and we’ll always do whatever maximizes for sleeping well at night.” Morgan Housel, The Psychology of Money
Articles
Having control over your day-to-day finances
Money is personal, and emotional, but it doesn’t have to be scary. Understanding how your day-to-day finances and your emotions are connected can help you take more control of your financial situation.
Easy steps for starting a "surprise" fund
Surprises happen, and they can get very expensive. Whether you have a "surprise fund" already or not, these easy steps can help you feel secure and prepared for any future surprise expenses.
Budgeting for a non-budgeter
Budgeting doesn’t have to be a scary word. Take the fear out of budgeting with these simple tips, tricks, and ideas to help even a beginning budgeter get started.
Should you combine your finances after getting married
Whether or not to tie your finances together after you’ve tied the knot is a big question for all newly married couples. Here’s what you need to consider before making the decision.
5 things to do after divorce to help build financial freedom
Divorce is a reality that half of married couples will face in their lifetime—it’s an emotionally challenging time for most, but bringing a thoughtful approach to your finances throughout the process can ensure that you come out on the other side prepared for your new life.