Jaylan McGovern

06/15/2023

Getting enough into an emergency fund is a key financial step, but it’s important to look at how much you are saving in the context of your broader goals. Please reach out if you’d like help.

While it’s generally good to save six months’ worth of expenses, there are times when you may want to have more or less.

06/08/2023

If you could live anywhere in the world for an extended period of time, where would it be?

Arriving at your destination begins with a plan to make it happen. Let’s talk.

*Source: Northwestern Mutual Great Realization 2022 Study

05/26/2023

The kids have graduated, now it’s your turn to celebrate. Let’s talk about what you want to see for your next chapter..

05/25/2023

If you’re looking to set up a college savings account for your child, we can help you plan for that.

Learn about saving with a tax-advantaged 529 plan, including what a 529 plan is, how they work and what to do with a 529 if your child doesn't go to college.

05/18/2023

If you’re concerned about keeping expenses down, these are 5 easy things you can do right away.

The potential of recession may have you looking for easy ways to lower your expenses right now. Here are 5 quick ways to cut costs from your budget.

05/17/2023

It’s always best to have a plan in place to guide you through and help you stay the course. Here’s how you can start preparing: http://spr.ly/6181OgZ7D

05/10/2023

What you want for your family, I’ll help you plan for. Message me to get started and get ready to head into the future with confidence.

05/04/2023

Summer is knocking on the door. Give your finances a little boost so you’re ready to enjoy summer fun without worrying about your money.

Summer is just weeks away! These 5 ways to improve your finances in May can help you prepare financially so you can enjoy the best months of the year.

04/27/2023

It can make your life easier and save you money, but you’ll want to deploy the right strategy. Let's work together to find a technique that will work best for you.

Folding all your loans into a single account with one monthly payment can help you get out of debt faster and more cheaply. But how does debt consolidation work?

04/19/2023

Let’s talk if you’d like to discuss your big-picture retirement strategy.

How does a 401(k) work when you retire? While it's an important source of retirement income, it’s just one part of your long-term strategy.

04/18/2023

Two ways to lessen financial stress? One, turn into a grizzly bear. Their personal finances are very manageable and their only back-related concern is getting theirs scratched by a utility pole. The other, much easier way is letting me show you debt-reduction strategies like the snowball and avalanche methods. I can help you pay down what you owe and still have money left for emergency savings. Find some relief this . Reach out to get started.

04/13/2023

As debt ceiling negotiations heat up, here are some things to know.

After months of simmering in the background, debt ceiling negotiations are expected to heat up in the coming months. Here is a look at what's at stake and how negotiations have played out in the past.