Blog Posts for Independent Women

Are Financial Advisors Worth It? Deciding Between Professional Help and DIY Written by Hazel Secco, CFP ®, CDFA ® Does looking at your investment accounts make your stomach churn? That nagging feeling about whether you’re making the right money moves isn’t just your burden to bear. Countless smart, accomplished people wrestle with this same question:… Read More »Resources

How a Financial Advisor Can Simplify Your Estate Planning Process Written by Hazel Secco, CFP ®, CDFA ® Is estate planning one of those things that always seems to fall to the bottom of your to-do list? It’s easy to put off, even though it’s such an important step for protecting your family’s future. I… Read More »Resources

Empower Your Future: Retirement Strategies for Single Women Over 50 Written by Hazel Secco, CFP®, CDFA® Does the thought of planning for retirement on your own feel overwhelming? That uneasy feeling is something many women experience, especially when navigating the complexities of retirement planning solo. Here’s a startling reality: 8 out of 10 women will… Read More »Resources

The 5 Best Financial Gifts for Children or Grandchildren Written by Hazel Secco, CFP®, CDFA® Have you started your holiday shopping yet? Instead of giving gifts that might end up collecting dust or breaking in a few months, many families are looking for meaningful ideas that offer real value. This year, consider gifts that can… Read More »Resources

Rewriting Your Money Story: A Guide to Financial Mindset Transformation Written by Hazel Secco, CFP®, CDFA® Does looking at your bank statements make you feel a little panicked? Or maybe you find yourself avoiding conversations about retirement or investing altogether? You’re in good company. Many of us have a complicated relationship with money, shaped by… Read More »Resources

Roth vs Traditional 401k: Which is the Best Choice for Your Retirement? Written by Hazel Secco, CFP®, CDFA® Feeling a bit confused about whether to choose Roth or Traditional for your 401k? You’re not alone—this decision trips up even the most financially savvy people. And honestly, it makes sense! This choice could make a significant… Read More »Resources