Flourish Financial Coaching

09/04/2026

Financial Freedom Friday!!

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09/02/2026

If September had a theme, it would be “BACK TO ROUTINE".

And that makes it the perfect time to tighten up your budget, cut a few expenses, and redirect money toward the things that matter most.

Check out the list in the photo—easy, doable ways to save this month.
Pick the ones that fit your life and let them support your goals all month long.

Small steps = real progress!

08/31/2026

September starts tomorrow!! Below are a few reminders for your budget!

Back to school:
💵School lunch money and transportation
🏈Activities and sports uniforms, fees, dues, special pictures
🍎Start setting aside money for field trips, fundraisers, school pictures

Seasonal and Home Care:
🍂Property Winterization - lawn aeration and fertilization, leaf removal or blowing out lawn sprinklers
🏠Furnace checkup and cleaning
🧥Winter Wardrobe - Clothing for you and/or your growing kids
🍏Fall Entertainment - Cash for football games, apple orchard visits, mums for decoration

Holiday Sinking Fund:
🎅If you haven't already, start putting money away for the holiday season, gifts, giving, etc.

Do you have anything to add?

08/27/2026

I was recently on North Liberty Library's Love, Light and Lit Podcast talking about Employee Financial Wellness!

I would love it if you would give it a listen!

https://m.soundcloud.com/nlibertylibrary/love-light-lit-budgeting-for?fbclid=IwVERTSAT9ImxwZG9mBWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHsCAcl9Q7Wbs3_WbgmCoC42ObwvuUGICcKbBbTiHTmB0C9A-IPzkgjvsiSfN_aem_WU5nuNy0UCDqouOfyUdujg&sfnsn=mo

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08/27/2026

It's Thrifty Thursday!!

Tell us about what you have saved money on this week or did yourself so that you didn't have to hire it done!

08/26/2026

🎄 Four Months Until Christmas… Let’s Talk About Your Money Peace

It might feel early, but December has a way of sneaking up on us. Four months from today, the holidays will be here—with all the joy, all the expectations, and yes… all the expenses.

If you’ve ever promised yourself “This year will be different” and still ended up stressed, overspending, or relying on credit cards, you’re not alone. Most people don’t plan for Christmas—they react to it.

But you don’t have to repeat that cycle.
You can start now, with small, intentional steps that make December feel lighter, calmer, and fully paid for.

✨ A few things you can do this week:

Set a simple Christmas savings goal

Make a list of who you’ll buy for

Estimate the “extras” (food, travel, décor, events)

Start a sinking fund and add a little each payday

Your future self will thank you for the breathing room.

If you want support creating a holiday plan that feels doable—not overwhelming—I’m here. I have created a free tool to help you!

Comment "Christmas" and I will send it to you!

08/24/2026

Do you have all of your financial orders in place, in case something happens to you?

Here are a few that are at the top of my mind!

08/21/2026

Financial Freedom Friday!

Still thinking about setting up that consultation with me? Hear what one of my clients had to say!

If you are ready, schedule a no cost consultation at the website in my bio!

08/19/2026

Money isn't MATH, it is MINDSET!

One reason I thought I became a financial coach is because I was GOOD at MATH. I was also a SAVER.

What I learned as I started my training and worked with several clients, is being good at math and a saver, does not make you good with money.

As a single person and a saver, I have tendencies to put way too much in savings, not buy myself the things in need and hold on to every penny like it's going out of production. 😉 I also didn't feel like I had a lot to GIVE, which I have always wanted to do more of.

What I have learned is that once I got really deep and figured out what my priorities were, AND budgeted in order of those priorities, life felt so much better! I am giving more money than I ever have and allow myself to have more fun.

This life doesn't come without some sacrifices sometimes, like when I was working my way out of debt and when life hits, but it is so much better than before.

If this resonates with you, let's chat! Drop a comment or schedule a no cost consultation on my website!