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Steve Martin
Oct 26, 20243 min read
World Savings Day: Empowering Financial Futures
As October draws to a close, we approach an important date that often goes unnoticed by many: World Savings Day. Celebrated annually on...
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Steve Martin
Oct 18, 20243 min read
Ten Ways to Practice Practical Philanthropy in Alignment with Your Authentic Life
Philanthropy isn't just for billionaires or large corporations. It's a mindset and practice that anyone can adopt to positively impact...
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Steve Martin
Oct 15, 20242 min read
You Will Leave a Legacy
Whether you intend to or not, you will leave a legacy. Every action, every word, every choice you make contributes to the imprint you'll...
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Steve Martin
Oct 7, 20242 min read
How Do Presidential Elections Impact the Markets?
With news headlines constantly covering every aspect of the presidential race, you may be wondering how the 2024 election may impact you...
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Steve Martin
Sep 30, 20242 min read
Understanding Inflation and Inflation Rate: Two Sides of the Economic Coin
In economic discussions, "inflation" and "inflation rate" are often used interchangeably but represent distinct concepts. Understanding...
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Steve Martin
Sep 24, 20242 min read
Client Volunteer Event & Local Charity Highlight - Slammin' Famine/Feed My Starving Children
One of Purposeful Financial and Legacy Planning's key values is to support the local community. In support of that value, we will...
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Steve Martin
Sep 16, 20243 min read
The Last Lecture: A Powerful Example of an Ethical Will
Randy Pausch's book, The Last Lecture, is a remarkable testament to the power of legacy and the enduring impact of an ethical will....
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Steve Martin
Sep 6, 20242 min read
117 Things We Do for Our Clients Number 27 - Help You Identify Savings Shortfalls and Excesses
It can be challenging to strike the right balance when it comes to saving money. Just as it's difficult to know when we're not saving...
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Steve Martin
Sep 2, 20242 min read
The True Wealth of Being Alive
We often equate richness with material possessions and financial abundance in our modern world. However, many of us overlook a profound...
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Steve Martin
Aug 26, 20243 min read
Freedom Beyond Retirement: Becoming a Digital Nomad
Retirement opens up a world of opportunities to redefine your lifestyle. Many seniors are choosing to blend work with wanderlust,...
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Steve Martin
Aug 20, 20243 min read
Raising Money-Smart Children and Grandchildren
Raising money-smart children is more important than ever in today's complex financial world. As parents and grandparents, we are...
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Steve Martin
Aug 13, 20242 min read
Making Your Future Bigger Than Your Past
Dan Sullivan and Tony Robbins, renowned experts in peak performance, offer profound insights into human growth and longevity. Sullivan...
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Steve Martin
Aug 2, 20241 min read
117 Things We Do for Our Clients Number 26 - Help You Determine the Risk Level of Your Existing Portfolio
When considering risk levels, it's natural to consider risk tolerance—the appropriate portfolio risk a person would be most comfortable...
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Steve Martin
Jul 29, 20242 min read
The Myth of Success
"Success is not a good teacher, failure makes you humble" - Shah Rukh Khan We are inundated from every angle with society's definitions...
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Steve Martin
Jul 19, 20243 min read
Understanding and Avoiding Scams: A Senior's Guide to Financial Security
In a world filled with financial predators, seniors are often targeted, underscoring the importance of arming oneself with knowledge and...
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Steve Martin
Jul 15, 20242 min read
What Are You Going to Do About It?
The world is full of challenges. It's easy to fall into the trap of complaining about the problems we encounter. We vent our frustrations...
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Steve Martin
Jul 9, 20242 min read
Budgeting Basics: The Key to Financial Control
Do you often find yourself wondering where your money goes each month? Do you struggle to save for goals or pay down debt? If so, you're...
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Steve Martin
Jun 27, 20242 min read
Stars, Stripes, and Sparklers: Reliving Fourth of July in the Fabulous Fifties
The Fourth of July has always been a cherished American tradition, but there was a certain magic to Independence Day celebrations in the...
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Steve Martin
Jun 24, 20242 min read
4 Ways to Stop Overspending
It's easy to spend too much money these days. Constant sales, buy-now-pay-later options, and one-click shopping tempt us to buy more...
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Steve Martin
Jun 17, 20242 min read
Join Me for the Handwritten Letter Challenge This July
Writing letters by hand is a skill and joy that's quickly being lost in our digital age. This July, I'm challenging myself and all of you...
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