Your Spending Plan: The Five Uses of Money
In the first part of our article series on making and sticking with a spending plan, we explained some of what a budget is and why it’s important to set healthy financial habits from an early age. We also talked about why you should start thinking of your money as a tool rather than an…
Read MoreFinances and the Next Generation: Making a Spending Plan
Healthy financial habits are the key to reaching your goals. Thinking about money the right way and developing a good relationship with your finances can reduce stress and set you up for a life you want, pursuing what matters to you. But none of us are born with financial skills. They need to be learned…
Read MoreFour Investing Pitfalls to Avoid
Investing is one of the most powerful financial tools available for growing wealth, but it’s not magic. You have to approach it carefully and with a plan if you want to get the most from your investments. As a young person or someone just starting out on your financial journey, here are a few of…
Read MoreWhat Is Biblical Financial Planning?
When you work with John Moore Associates, you work with a team of financial advisors who use biblical principles to guide clients in their money management decisions. But what does biblical financial planning entail, exactly? For that matter, what does financial planning even mean? Before you entrust us with your financial well-being, having a clear…
Read MoreUnderstanding Markets in Election Years
There’s no denying that politics and financial markets are inextricably linked. The market responds to the economy, and the economy responds to political policy. From legislation and tax reform to domestic and foreign policy, political decisions affect the economy, the consumer, corporate profits, and, ultimately, the price of stocks. With an election around the corner…
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