Money

How to avoid debt and have an awesome Christmas this year: 5 min read by Chris Rea Click here to watch the vlog of this post on Youtube     There are a lot of things outside of our control;...

  The first time Megan and I sat down with our financial advisor will forever be etched in my memory. We were 22 & oh-so-eager to develop a grown-up financial plan for our future. I had visions of saving for...

  Mo' Money March. That’s what we called it. Why? Because if we were going to stick with something, having a kitschy name made it feel much more doable. If you’re interested in what it actually looks like to save...

How to avoid debt and have an awesome Christmas this year. 5 min read by Chris Rea There are a lot of things outside of our control; the housing market, weather, Detroit Lions victories. And of course, things slightly more...

I’ve noticed a confusing trend. Why is it that most people in their professional life confidently manage huge budgets, create elaborate spreadsheets and account for every single dollar on a detailed spending plan. Yet, when it comes to their own...

by Chris Rea Recently, I read an incredible blog post called, “Focus and Finish,” from Crystal Paine. Something powerful happens when you focus all of your energy on a single goal or vision. Many times we spread our focus out...

  Just over one year ago we officially pitched our tent on the inter webs with our weekly blog, No Small Life. We shared our story and quickly found that the unforeseen life circumstances of countless people had left them...

I’ll never forget the first time Megan and I sat down with our financial advisor. We were 22 years old and oh-so-eager to develop a financial plan for our future. I had visions of us saving for retirement, giving generously...

Does anyone else feel like they need to slow this week down just a little bit?   This time of year with all the celebration, and wonder and beauty can also, quite frankly, be really rough on relationships. Spending is...

I’m going to say something that might surprise you, something that some of my closest friends were even shocked to find out. Ready for this?   I’m…. not a Black Friday Shopper. I know. Here’s the deal you guys, I love...