An Introduction: Our New Editor-in-Chief
I have a memory permanently lodged in my brain from after my first child was born and we were recovering at our home in Tennessee. I remember going out to …
Will You Taper Before You Retire?
Next up on CovingtonAlsina’s Hierarchy of Financial Priorities is retirement. It’s a concept that has changed dramatically and continues to evolve. We used to work at one company for our …
Emergency! Your Hidden Savings
Money can be a struggle for any mom, but in this article investment advisor CovingtonAlsina gives some tips on how to grow your savings.
It’s No Joke: An Honest, No-Pressure Exterior Remodeling Company
Question: How did the roofer get such a positive review on his asphalt shingle installation? Answer: He nailed it… Jake Cross is a funny guy. But he’s serious when he …
Trick Yourself Into Paying Off Your Credit Cards
We’re continuing our discussion of CovingtonAlsina’s Hierarchy of Financial Priorities, specifically focusing on cash flow. Today we’ll cover credit card debt and conscious spending. If you have credit card debt, there …
What is a Temporary Buydown?
A temporary buydown is when a party in a mortgage transaction pays a lump sum in order to reduce the interest rate temporarily for the early years of the loan. …
Two Anne Arundel County Businesses Set Exciting Example
Two Anne Arundel County businesses set exciting example by generating their own clean energy, saving money, and delighting customers. In April, 2022, K&B True Value of Annapolis and Solar Energy Services of Millersville …
Cash Flow: Make a Virtual Envelope
We’re continuing our discussion of CovingtonAlsina’s Hierarchy of Financial Priorities. The second level is cash flow. You want more to come in than to go out. Which, in this area, is …
A House Divided
The latest research suggests that divorce rates in the U.S. have been falling in recent decades. Still, many people face the difficult crossroads that comes when their marriage ends.(1) Getting …
Lack of Foster Homes Means Teens are Suffering in Anne Arundel Co
Many of you may not realize that I used to be a social worker. In fact, I was a foster care social worker for many years in Los Angeles and …