Here's what most people get wrong about gratitude: they think it's a feeling that arrives with good fortune. But the Persian poets, ancient Stoics, and modern wisdom teachers understood something deeper. Gratitude isn't what you feel when things go right. It's what you choose when you take responsibility for finding meaning in whatever shows up. Rumi wrote, "Wear gratitude like a cloak and it will feed every corner of your life." Notice he didn't say wait until you feel grate

As part of our goal of supporting the local community, Purposeful Financial and Legacy Planning is once again partnering with Serve 6.8 to help provide toys and gifts for children in need. This Fort Collins charity expects to help over 4,500 struggling families this holiday season with food and gifts. There are 2 ways you can help: 1) Purchase a high need gift online (see list below) through Amazon and ship it directly to the Adopt-A-Family Toy Room at 5701 McWhinney Blvd. L

As 2025 winds down, it's time to review your financial picture and make strategic moves before December 31st. Here's what families should focus on this year-end. Maximize Tax Opportunities Year-end offers several time-sensitive tax strategies. Start by maximizing retirement contributions—$23,500 to your 401(k) for 2025, plus $7,500 if you're 50 or older. Consider Roth Conversions Year-end is an ideal time to evaluate Roth conversions. By converting traditional IRA dollars to

Image via Freepik We help clients make smart decisions about refinancing their mortgage. One of the most common questions we hear is, “Should I refinance?” A lower interest rate can sound appealing, but it doesn’t always mean you’ll save money in the long run. Our job is to help you see the full picture. We analyze your current loan, closing costs, tax implications, and long-term goals to determine whether refinancing truly benefits you. Sometimes the best financial move is t

Have you ever found an old book you used to love and opened it to find the magic still there, waiting for you? It's like running into an old friend and discovering that not only do you still click, but somehow the connection is even richer than before. I was reminded of this recently when I watched a woman rediscover her childhood roller skates in her parents' garage. "I probably can't anymore," she said, but tried them on anyway. Twenty minutes later, she was gliding down th

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You can't schedule a rainbow. I was reminded of this recently when I got caught in a sudden downpour. As I ducked under an awning,...

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Image by Artvizual from Pixabay There's a creative genius living inside you. Yes, you – with your mortgage payments and retirement...

Image via Freepik You can’t budget your way to peace if your beliefs about money still echo fear. Shifting your money mindset isn’t about...

With summer in full swing, your thoughts may drift toward escaping your daily routine. Whether your idea of a perfect vacation is sitting...

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Image via Freepik "Worry is like a rocking chair: it gives you something to do but never gets you anywhere." - Erma Bombeck Last Tuesday,...