Karla P. Butler Financial Professional

10/17/2022

As a result of the past two years educators face many challenges heading into the school year here’s what they’re seeing in classrooms, how they’re rising to the occasion, and what keeps them eager to teach and serve. https://eqtble.co/3Cn3YvX

10/03/2022

Educators dedicate their time to make a difference in other’s lives while facing many challenges and trying to find a healthy work-life balance. Learn how some teachers managed both. https://eqtble.co/3LVtjAh

09/30/2022

Getting your first paycheck for your first "real job" is a milestone occasion, and a great opportunity to make smart decisions for your financial life. Learn three smart moves to make with your first paycheck to get started on the right path.

Managed properly, a higher paying job can help you build wealth and pay off debt much faster Here are three smart moves to make after receiving your

09/29/2022

Even the most diligent money managers sometimes get behind financially. If you've gotten into a tight financial spot, follow these five tips to find your way back out.

In the debt-free community, a lot of people shy away from sharing stories about the mistakes they've made. To me, that's toxic behavior. By not

09/28/2022

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09/27/2022

Americans continue to quit their jobs in record numbers, as the Great Resignation marches on. If you want to join the trend, first take steps to make sure you're prepared financially for the reshuffle.

The Great Resignation, also known as the Big Quit or the Great Reshuffle, is a popular topic of discussion. Some are choosing to retire early, while

09/26/2022

Managing money can be stressful, but it's also crucial for being able to meet your goals and create the life you want. Learn how to develop financial capabilities, wellness and resilience with money.

Getty Images April is Financial Literacy Month, designed to promote greater financial understanding among children and adults. Yet, more than half of

09/25/2022

We all spend a large portion of our income on a few very expensive items. Learn how to cut back and keep more of your income.

The best things in life may be unnecessarily expensive for a lot of avoidable reasons. You may not be considering the local cost of living expenses.

09/24/2022

If you become a victim of financial fraud, it can take years for your finances to recover. Learn five important ways to prevent financial fraud and protect your money and your credit.

Those trapped in the throes know that getting out of debt can often feel like an impossible endeavor. No matter how much you scrimp and save

09/23/2022

Losing a loved one is hard enough, but having to handle your loved one's final financial wishes and undergo the probate process adds more stress and difficulty to the process. Learn more about probate, when it's necessary, and how to manage it successfully.

This past spring, my father passed away. It has been hard enough coping with my grief as I celebrate my first Father's Day without him. However, I

09/22/2022

Are you an emotional spender? If so, you're not alone. But spending money to help you manage your emotions can become an expensive problem. Learn three ways to curb emotional overspending.

As a young adult, I had a bad emotional spending habit. Whenever I was sad, bored, or even happy and trying to celebrate an accomplishment, I went