Betsy at RVPFOct 5, 20211 minRecipes Worth Sharing: Freezer TaquitosUse this recipe to make a family favorite meal that's ready in almost no time! Ingredients: - 8 burrito size tortillas (we use the low...
Betsy at RVPFOct 5, 20213 minA Term You Should Know: Dollar Cost AveragingOne of the most common statements I hear from clients is that they wish they had learned more about personal finance somewhere in their...
Betsy at RVPFApr 15, 20216 minHome Buying and Selling: 20 Low or No-Cost Tips to Prepare a Home for SaleAcross the country the real estate market is red-hot! According to a Google report from earlier this month, the search term “When is the...
Betsy at RVPFNov 25, 20203 minA 2020 Thanksgiving ListHappy Thanksgiving! I recently sat down with my daughter to read a story sent home by her teacher as she learned about the first...
Betsy at RVPFOct 15, 20204 minTips for Managing Holiday SpendingIt’s nearly here. We’ll soon be serenaded with the soothing lines of “It’s the most wonderful time of the year” and “I’ll be home for...
Betsy at RVPFSep 1, 20201 minRecipes Worth Sharing: Ikarian Longevity StewIowa's summer abundance is in full-force. My local Farmer's Market was packed with all the vegetables needed to make this stew that more...
Betsy at RVPFAug 13, 20203 min10 Financial Mistakes Physicians Should AvoidNo one said that one of the hardest parts of being a physician would be managing the money. But like most things in life, it’s rarely...
Betsy at RVPFAug 6, 20203 min4 Must-Dos to Plan for College CostsThere are a few sure signs that fall is just around the corner. The days are getting noticeably shorter, a few of the earliest leaves are...
Betsy at RVPFJul 22, 20205 min2:30 on a Thursday Morning: A Disability StoryAssessing life and disability income needs is one of the first topics to tackle in a comprehensive financial plan.
Betsy at RVPFJun 17, 20205 minChoosing Childcare as a Physician and ParentAccess to quality childcare is a challenge for all working parents, but especially so for physicians who work long hours with...
Betsy at RVPFMay 20, 20207 minEvaluating Residency Options as an Active Duty Service MemberSome of the recommendations I have seen float around social media are nothing short of terrifying and could have costly consequences.
Betsy at RVPFApr 30, 20203 minLetting Go of PerfectionThe cost of leaving money uninvested or not putting a risk protection plan in place until you get around to learning more can be high.
Betsy at RVPFApr 20, 20205 minSalary Getting Cut? Here's What to DoI strongly assert that there are not always-right and very few always-wrong answers. While every situation is different, here are a few tips
Betsy at RVPFApr 8, 20203 minTarget Date Retirement Funds: The Pros and ConsFor many retirement savers, target date funds have become a popular option. For TSP, 401(k) and 403(b) participants, a target date or...
Betsy at RVPFMar 25, 20204 minThe Stay-at-Home Financial ChecklistMaybe your days are filled with trying a new telemedicine software from home. Maybe you are filling a demanding and critical role at the...
Betsy at RVPFNov 7, 20194 minIt’s Not What You Do, It’s When You Do It: Timing Your Charitable Contributions to Reduce TaxesFor some households, the opportunity to minimize taxes through charitable giving is here!
Betsy at RVPFOct 31, 20194 minA Holiday Spending Plan that Actually WorksThe holiday ads are already pouring in to our mailboxes and inboxes. Here's a six-step strategy for a prosperous year ahead.
Betsy at RVPFOct 24, 20193 minWe All Have “A Thing” About MoneyOur relationship with how we earn, save, spend, and give can be complicated.
Betsy at RVPFOct 17, 20193 minA Term You Should Know: Social Security Wage BaseUnderstanding the basics of social security tax is a must for personal financial decision making as well as serving as an informed citizen.
Betsy at RVPFOct 10, 20192 min30-Minute Money Upgrade: The Mighty High Yield Savings AccountSome of the biggest name brand banks pay nearly nothing in interest. A high-yield savings account can change that.