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It is something we live by. - [What the Griswolds Can Teach Us About Our Finances](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/griswolds-teach-us-about-finance/) - The holidays can be an exciting and joyous occasion or filled with stress and anxiety depending on how you prepare for them. Don't be like the Griswolds. - [Social Security Claiming Considerations](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/social-security-claiming-considerations/) - [The Aspen Leaf | August 2023](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/the-aspen-leaf-august-2023/) - [4 Reasons You Might Need a Financial Advisor](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/4-reasons-you-might-need-a-financial-advisor/) - When is the time right to seek out the help of a financial planner? Here are 4 scenarios that can help you recognize it's time for some outside expert help. - [3 Surprising Habits of Wealthy People](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/3-surprising-habits-of-wealthy-people/) - How do seemingly ordinary people get rich? Here are three simple things you can learn from the wealthy and start doing today. - [5 Tips for Raising Grateful (and Financially Responsible) Kids](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/5-tips-for-raising-grateful-and-financially-responsible-kids/) - Gratitude is an essential part of a healthy money mindset and one we can start teaching our children from a very young age with a few simple habits. - [What You Need to Know About Fractional Share Stocks](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/what-you-need-to-know-about-fractional-share-stocks/) - Fractional share stocks allow you to get a piece of some of Wall Street's hottest stocks for just a few dollars—as long as you know how. - [Tips to Make Difficult Financial Conversations Easier](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/tips-to-make-difficult-financial-conversations-easier/) - [5 Money-Smart Strategies for College Students ](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/5-money-smart-strategies-for-college-students/) - College students can use these formative years to build foundational money habits and create a path to financial independence. - [Save on Off-Season Travel with these Budget Fall Travel Destinations](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/save-on-off-season-travel-with-these-budget-fall-travel-destinations/) - Fall travel is not only a less frustrating and crowded time to hit the road but also a great way to feed your wanderlust without overspending. - [5 Smart Ways to Plan an Amazing Staycation](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/5-smart-ways-to-plan-an-amazing-staycation/) - You could do all the usual staycation stuff, but why not really treat it like an adventure and be a tourist in your own town? Here's how ... - [Money-Saving Lawn Care Tips](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/money-saving-lawn-care-tips/) - These surprising lawn care tips will not only help you pocket more savings, but also spend less time fussing over your green space. - [Teaching Teens to Save Money](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/teaching-teens-to-save-money/) - Helping teens find their motivation, earn money, manage, and save it carefully is one of the greatest gifts we can give them. - [Ways to Make More Money In Your Current Job](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/ways-to-make-more-money-in-your-current-job/) - Here are three strategies that will increase your value on the job and help you make more by asking for better perks, benefits, and compensation. - [Budgeting for Baby](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/budgeting-for-baby/) - With good financial planning, you can prepare for the upcoming expenses and ensure your baby has the best possible start in life. - [How to Raise Financially Smart Kids](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/how-to-raise-financially-smart-kids/) - It's never too soon to teach young children how money works and to help them form a positive relationship with saving and money management. - [Grandma was Right: 5 Time-Tested Money-Saving Tips](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/grandma-was-right-5-time-tested-money-saving-tips/) - Any successful financial plan includes thinking about how we spend our money. Here are five money saving ideas to borrow from your grandparents. - [5 Ways Save for Travel in 2021](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/5-ways-save-for-travel-in-2021/) - As travel prices—and our wanderlust—increase, it's time to get a savings plan to help make your travel dreams come true. - [4 Simple Ways to Improve Your Credit](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/4-simple-ways-to-improve-your-credit/) - Here are the easiest ways to boost your credit score and save money — just a few clicks and a phone call. - [4 Money-Saving Refinancing Tips](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/4-money-saving-refinancing-tips/) - A mortgage refinance can be a significant cost-saving move, but it can come with a price tag. Here's how to save on your refi. - [Tips for Making a Winning Offer in a Tight Housing Market](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/tips-for-making-a-winning-offer-in-a-tight-housing-market/) - A hot housing market is hard on buyers, but these tips will give you the advantage you need to buy a home in a seller's market. - [9 Smart-Money Ways to Spend Your Stimulus Check (and How Not To)](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/smart-ways-spend-stimulus-check/) - [What You Need to Know About Advanced Healthcare Directives](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/what-you-need-to-know-about-advanced-healthcare-directives/) - [Why You Need a Health Savings Account](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/why-you-need-a-health-savings-account/) - When you're on a journey to financial peace and want to make every dollar work for you, a health savings account or HSA is one of the best secret weapons. - [Spring Clean Your Finances](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/spring-clean-your-finances/) - As the urge hits to sweep out the old and tidy things up this spring, don't forget your finances. Here are tips to spring clean your finances. - [How Much Self-Employment Tax Should You Pay if You're a Gig Worker?](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/how-much-self-employment-tax-should-you-pay-if-youre-a-gig-worker/) - [5 Smart Ideas for Your Tax Refund](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/5-smart-ideas-for-your-tax-refund/) - Without a plan for how you'll spend your tax refund, that windfall can easily get absorbed by mindless spending, paying bills, and day to day expenses. - [New Year, New Insurance?](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/new-year-new-insurance/) - 2021 is an especially important time to re-evaluate your insurance coverage and make sure you have a solid insurance strategy. - [Why You Need Financial Planning Software](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/why-you-need-financial-planning-software/) - Financial software — namely a spending and budgeting tool — can set you on the path to ditching money stress and achieving financial peace. - [3 Easy Savings Habits to Start Right Now](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/3-easy-savings-habits-to-start-right-now/) - Don't get stuck trying to get started saving money—just choose a few simple saving strategies and changes that will put extra cash in your pocket immediately. - [2021 Tax Outlook](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/2021-tax-outlook/) - [Credit Card SOS](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/credit-card-sos/) - Credit cards can be a great tool, but relying on them too heavily can be like making a deal with the devil. Here are rules for using credit in an emergency. - [Enjoy the Holidays without Money Stress](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/enjoy-the-holidays-without-money-stress/) - Here's how to create holiday traditions that celebrate the season without going into debt or creating money stress. - [6 Essential Financial Tips for 30-Somethings](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/6-essential-financial-tips-for-30-somethings/) - Your 30s are an ideal time to partner with a planner, get ahead of some long term goals, and create strategies that will lead to financial security and building wealth. - [Should You Buy Pet Insurance?](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/should-you-buy-pet-insurance/) - Pet insurance cover accidents, injuries, and illnesses. Similar to human health insurance, policies usually have annual deductibles, restrictions, and some limits. - [Aspen Wealth Strategies Q3 Market Commentary](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/aspen-wealth-strategies-q3-market-commentary/) - [Aspen Wealth Strategies Economic & Market Update 3.17.20](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/aws-update-3-17-20/) - [Aspen Wealth Strategies Market & Economic Update 3.26.20](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/aspen-wealth-strategies-market-economic-update-3-26-20/) - [Investment & Economic Talking points](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/investment-economic-talking-points/) - [Q&A Conference Call with Joel & MFS](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/qa-conference-call-with-joel-mfs/) - [Financial Planning for Special Needs Individuals](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/financial-planning-for-special-needs-individuals/) - [Should You Utilize a Partial Roth Conversion Strategy?](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/forbes-names-aspen-wealth-strategies-andy-mcclaflin-one-of-the-nations-best-in-state-wealth-advisors/) - [Determining Your Safe Withdrawal Rate](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/determining-your-safe-withdrawal-rate/) - [Coronavirus Update from Andy](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/coronavirus-update-from-andy/) - [Getting Cabin Fever? Your Aspen Team Has Some Ideas](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/getting-cabin-fever-your-aspen-team-has-some-ideas/) - Aspen’s compiled a list of ideas to keep you and your family mentally and physically active – while still maintaining a safe, social distance! - [CARES Act - Details for Small Businesses](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/cares-act-details-for-small-businesses/) - [CARES Act – Details for Individuals & Families](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/cares-act-details-for-individuals-families/) - [Safety Protocol at Aspen Wealth Strategies](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/safety-protocol-at-aspen-wealth-strategies/) - [Planning Opportunities in Today’s Environment](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/planning-opps-today/) - The trifecta of low tax rates, low interest rates, and a market downturn presents several pockets of opportunity from a financial planning standpoint - [Weekly Investment & Economic Talking Points](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/weekly-investment-economic-talking-points/) - [Weekly Investment & Economic Talking Points](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/weekly-investment-economic-talking-points-2/) - [Weekly Talking Points](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/weekly-talking-points-3/) - [Forbes Names Aspen Wealth Strategies’ Andy McClaflin One of The Nation’s Best-in-State Wealth Advisors](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/forbes-names-aspen-wealth-strategies-andy-mcclaflin-one-of-the-nations-best-in-state-wealth-advisors-2/) - [A letter from Andy](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/a-letter-from-andy/) - [Forbes Names Aspen Wealth Strategies’ Andy McClaflin One of The Nation’s Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/forbes-names-aspen-wealth-strategies-andy-mcclaflin-one-of-the-nations-top-next-gen-wealth-advisors/) - [Forbes Again Names Aspen Wealth Strategies’ Andy McClaflin One of Nation’s Best-in-State Wealth Advisors](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/forbes-best-in-state-2nd-year/) - For the second year in a row, Aspen Wealth Strategies’ Founder and Chairman, Andy McClaflin, has been named to the Forbes list of America’s Best-in-State Wealth Advisors. - [The Aspen Leaf, February 2020](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/the-aspen-leaf-february-2020/) - The first Aspen Leaf newsletter of 2020! - [Weekly Talking Points](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/weekly-talking-points/) - [Weekly Talking Points](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/weekly-talking-points-2/) - [Weekly Talking Points](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/weekly-talking-points-4/) - [Weekly Talking Points](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/weekly-talking-points-5/) - [Joel's Weekly Talking Points - 1/23/20](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/joels-weekly-talking-points-1-23-20/) - [Joel's Weekly Talking Points - 1/21/20](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/joels-weekly-talking-points-1-21-20/) - [Joel's Weekly Talking Points - 1/27/20](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/joels-weekly-talking-points-1-27-20/) - [Joel's Weekly Talking Points - 2/10/20](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/joels-weekly-talking-points-2-10-20/) - [Joel's Weekly Talking Points - 2/24/20](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/joels-weekly-talking-points-2-24-20/) - [Joel's Weekly Talking Points - 4/27/20](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/joels-weekly-talking-points-4-27-20/) - [Joel's Weekly Talking Points - 5/11/20](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/joels-weekly-talking-points-5-11-20/) - [Joel's Weekly Talking Points - 5/26/20](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/joels-weekly-talking-points-5-26-20/) - [Joel's Weekly Talking Points - 6/1/20](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/joels-weekly-talking-points-6-1-20/) - [Joel's Weekly Talking Points - 6/15/20](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/joels-weekly-talking-points-6-15-20/) - [Joel's Weekly Talking Points - 6/22/20](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/joels-weekly-talking-points-6-22-20/) - [Joel's Weekly Talking Points - 7/20/20](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/joels-weekly-talking-points-7-20-20/) - [Joel’s Weekly Talking Points – 8/24/20](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/joels-weekly-talking-points-8-24-20/) - [Joel's Weekly Talking Points - 9/8/20](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/joels-weekly-talking-points-9-8-20/) - [Joel's Weekly Talking Points - 9/14/20](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/joels-weekly-talking-points-9-14-20/) - [Weekly Investment & Economic Talking Points - 9/24/20](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/weekly-investment-economic-talking-points-9-24-20/) - [Surprising Benefits of Charitable Giving](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/surprising-benefits-of-charitable-giving/) - The charitable giving season is upon us, and there is more need than ever. Learn why giving matters, even in difficult times. - [What are Stock Options and How Do They Work?](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/what-are-stock-options-and-how-do-they-work/) - When you work for an employer, there are a variety of benefits you can receive — one of these benefits can be stock options. - [You Just Received an Inheritance. Now What?](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/you-just-received-an-inheritance-now-what/) - Here are the 3 most important steps to make the most of your windfall. - [Why Real Estate Might Be Your Next Investment Move](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/why-real-estate-might-be-your-next-investment-move/) - Real estate can play a vital role in building a successful investment portfolio. Here are a few reasons why you might want to consider real estate as your next investment move. - [What Financial Planners Wish Everyone Knew About Employer Match Programs](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/what-financial-planners-wish-everyone-knew-about-employer-match-programs/) - What we wish our clients understood about employer match programs: It's free money that, with time, will turn into more free money. - [Navigating Healthcare & Medicare Expenses in Retirement](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/navigating-healthcare-medicare-expenses-in-retirement/) - [Envisioning Your Perfect Retirement… Then Planning For It](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/envisioning-your-perfect-retirement-then-planning-for-it/) - [Saving for Retirement 101](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/saving-for-retirement-101/) - Saving for retirement is oftentimes a decades-long endeavor. If you’re just at the beginning of your journey, these tips should certainly help you get started. - [Basics of a 401(k) Retirement Plan](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/basics-of-a-401k-retirement-plan/) - If you’re considering opting into your company’s 401k program, there are just a few things to understand so you can make the most of your investments. - [Recent Tax Law Changes & How You May Be Impacted](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/recent-tax-law-changes-how-you-may-be-impacted/) - [Ideas for Your Tax Refund](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/ideas-for-your-tax-refund/) - [Payroll Tax "Cut" Update](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/payroll-tax-cut-update/) - [More Money, Less Taxes: Understanding Tax Efficiency](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/more-money-less-taxes-understanding-tax-efficiency/) - Part of financial planning is to use tax-efficient strategies. Aspen Wealth Strategies helps minimize a client’s tax burden and maximize their savings. - [Financial Multi-Tasking: Achieving Multiple Savings Goals](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/financial-multi-tasking-achieving-multiple-savings-goals/) - Most of us know that multi-tasking usually isn’t an efficient way to work. But when it comes to financial planning, it actually can be. - [Budget-Building Tricks That Actually Work](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/budget-building-tricks-that-actually-work/) - Creating a budgeting system that works for you is one of the most important parts of your savings plan. What should that look like? The good news is, it can look like just about anything. - [How to Create an Emergency Fund (Even When You Think You Can’t)](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/how-to-create-an-emergency-fund-even-when-you-think-you-cant/) - According to a recent Federal Reserve survey, 40% of American’s can’t cover a $400 emergency expense. That’s less than most unexpected car repairs or medical bills. - [How the 2020 Election Could Impact Your Finances](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/how-the-2020-election-could-impact-your-finances/) - Your personal financial picture can include not only the stock market, but the overall economy, rate of employment, taxes, health care, and other policies. - [What Does a Financial Planner Do?](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/what-does-a-financial-planner-do/) - Financial Planners help maximize their clients' potential for meeting life goals through personalized financial advice. - [Should You Lease a New Car?](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/should-you-lease-a-new-car/) - The question of leasing a car is not quite so simple. There are some advantages of leasing that are worth considering when you’re deciding between a new car and a lease. - [Pay Down High Interest Debt](https://aspenwealthstrategies.com/pay-down-high-interest-debt/) - At Aspen Wealth Strategies, we first ensure our clients have an emergency fund and budget. 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