Author: renee.chapman23

The holiday season is upon us! While it brings joy, laughter, and twinkling lights, it can also create a financial hangover if we’re not careful. 28% of credit card users are still paying off last year’s holiday spending, but the good news is—you don’t have to be one of them this year. With a little Read more

So often, clients come to me feeling like they’ll never be able to do what they really want because there just isn’t enough money. For some, that might be true — but for most people, it’s the little daily habits quietly getting in the way of their goals. Last month, a client came to me Read more

Are you stressed about money, feeling like you’re always living paycheck to paycheck, or unsure how to get ahead? You’re not alone. Financial confidence isn’t about earning more — it’s about planning for what matters most and making intentional decisions with your money. My Journey to Financial Confidence For years, I was a single mom Read more

You work long hours, pour your heart into programs, and serve your community with everything you have. But when it comes to your own finances, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed or stuck. Most Parks and Recreation professionals are incredible at supporting others—but rarely get help for their own financial wellness. Budgeting, saving, or managing debt Read more

When people think about financial stress, they often picture someone with a low income, struggling to get by. But one of the most surprising patterns I’ve seen in my work as a financial coach is how many high earners, those making six-figure incomes, struggle to get by and feel completely broke. But why? The truth Read more