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PODCAST: beyond the paycheck
9/12/23
Surviving Life's Toughest Moments: Navigating the Financial Aftermath of Divorce or the Loss of a Spouse
In this episode, Paula speaks with Rachael Burns from True Wealth about dealing with the challenges of divorce and the loss of a spouse. Rachael, who specializes in helping women through life transitions, explains how she found her niche after working with large financial firms like Merrill Lynch and Morgan Stanley.
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Rachael shares her tips on setting financial goals, and helping parents balance the desire to contribute towards their kids’ education with their own retirement and other long-term financial goals.
PODCAST: Preparing For College Podcast
4/16/2023
Setting Financial Goals With Rachael Burns
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PODCAST: Grow Money Business with Grant Bledsoe
4/12/23
Navigating the Financial Side of Divorce with Rachael Burns
Rachael shares her wisdom about the financial implications of getting a divorce and some things women need to keep in mind before entering that phase, especially business owners.
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Conversations on life, love, and business from women who have been there.
PODCAST: Tales she told me
1/5/2023
Taking Control of Your Finances with Rachael Burns
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PODCAST: Conversations with mayi Lenz podcast
1/11/23
How to Regain Your Financial Independence After Divorce/Death of a Spouse
In this episode, we talked about a subject not many want to discuss or even think about… the death of your partner or loved one. When dealing with grief, finances are the last thing someone wants to consider.
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In today's episode, Jeff interviews Rachael Burns of True Worth Financial Planning. Rachael started as a financial manager for a big wealth management firm.
PODCAST: Freedom Nation Podcast
11/17/22
From Wealth management to Divorce Analyst with Rachael Burns
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PODCAST: ria collective
9/28/22
Time is Precious Be Intentional About How You Spend it with Rachael Burns
Rachael Burns shares the life-changing events that led her to leave a successful team at Ameriprise to start her RIA, True Worth Financial Planning.
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How to take control of day-to-day finances when you’re newly single. The importance of taking stock of your assets. The process of negotiation. And more!
PODCAST: one of a kind you
8/29/22
Creating Financial Stability
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PODCAST: xypn radio
8/24/22
Coaching Clients Through Uncertainty with Empathy
Rachael’s professional and life experience have allowed her to build a practice based on empathy and education, helping women manage money stress to deal with what really matters.
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How to take control of day-to-day finances when you’re newly single. The importance of taking stock of your assets. The process of negotiation. And more!
PODCAST: unbreakable you
8/15/22
Financial Independence After Divorce With Rachael Burns
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PODCAST: grieving voices
7/19/22
The Space In Between
Grief isn't only about death. As Rachael's story illustrates, it's near-death experiences or living while death hangs around waiting to take you out that cause grief, too.
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Drawing from their own respective experiences with cancer, Rachael and Lori share resources to help you navigate the financial and practical aspects of a cancer diagnosis.
PODCAST: Conversations with courageous cancer warriors
6/7/22
Conversation with Courageous Financial Planner Rachael Burns
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PODCAST: bold goal crusher podcast
6/9/22
Finding Worth In & Out of Your Finances
Empower yourself financially by getting clear on your financial goals, and don't be afraid of the changes needed to get your finances on track.
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Have you felt lost when it comes to your finances? Maybe you’ve gone through an unexpected life change, and you have zero experience handling your own finances. If you’ve ever faced anything like this, you’re not alone.
PODCAST: money your way
5/30/22
Financial Independence After Transition With Rachael
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PODCAST: Living The spinster life
4/19/22
Money Moves for Single Women with Rachael Burns
Financial planner Rachael Burns explains how your relationship with money doesn't need to be complicated or riddled with guilt.
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A life and financial transition such as a marriage, divorce, illness or death of a spouse can have a huge impact on our financial planning as women. Learn what you need to do to be prepared financially for life's changes and how you can create a plan that can grow with you.
PODCAST: fempower you
4/6/22
Advice For Women Going Through a Financial Transition
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PODCAST: money talk
5/3/22
How to Deal With Major Life Transitions
We discuss how couples can work together to plan for their financial future, and how they can prepare for worst case scenario.
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Have you felt lost when it comes to your finances? Maybe you’ve gone through an unexpected life change, and you have zero experience handling your own finances. If you’ve ever faced anything like this, you’re not alone.
PODCAST: functioning hot mess podcast
4/18/22
Empower Yourself Financially When You're Suddenly Single w/ Rachael Burns
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PODCAST: best d life podcast
3/23/22
Planning Ahead for Financial Freedom with Rachael Burns
In this episode, Rachael will discuss why we need professional help when tackling financial planning, the importance of divorce planning and common mistakes those going through a divorce make, and why estate planning is for everyone, not only wealthy people.
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When you find yourself suddenly single, it can be a difficult time for you and your kids. Rachael Burns reminds us to keep a level head when it comes to our finances.
PODCAST: SoloMoms! talk podcast
3/15/21
Empower Yourself Financially When You're Suddenly Single w/ Rachael Burns
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PODCAST: peaceful coparent
02/28/22
How to Gain Financial Independence After Divorce
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Don't wait until after your divorce is finalized to start thinking about your financial future. In this episode, I share my top financial tips for women in the midst of a divorce, as well as the top mistakes to avoid.
PODCAST: the divorce resource guy podcast
1/31/22
Why You Should Plan For Your Financial Future When Getting Divorced
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PODCAST: The John Papaloni Show
01/20/22
Interview with Rachael Burns on Financial Planning
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Being newly single - or contemplating divorce - can be a scary place financially. Whether you are single again by choice or by surprise or you're contemplating a move, Rachael's wisdom is a must!
PODCAST: Get Your Fill - Financial Independence & Long Life
01/16/22
Single Women - Take Charge of Your Finances With Rachael Burns
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PODCAST: GROW YOUR BUSINESS & GROW YOUR WEALTH
11/10/21
Rachael Burns on All Things Financial Planning
In this episode, Rachael will discuss why we need professional help when tackling financial planning, the importance of divorce planning and common mistakes those going through a divorce make, and why estate planning is for everyone, not only wealthy people.
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Achieve financial independence after a life trauma transition with elite guest, Rachael Burns, CFP & CDFA, on the Going Solo with Cece Show with Host, Cece Shatz, doyenne of Relationships.
PODCAST: WGSN GOING SOLO NETWORK
09/23/21
Achieve Financial Independence After a Life Trauma Transition
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PODCAST: MONEYPANTS
11/04/20
The Secret to Teaching Your Kids About Money
Parents usually give their kids money because they want them to learn how to manage money on their own. Today we are going to talk about why Moneypants is the best tool to prepare your children to handle money responsibly in the real world.
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They are often considered the preserve of the ultra-rich and famous.
Yet pre-nuptial agreements are becoming increasingly popular with couples of every income level: a 2022 study by market research firm Harris Poll found 15 percent of engaged respondents had signed one, up from 3 percent in 2010.
SOURCE: dailymail
9/11/23
Financial planner explains why every couple should consider a pre-nup
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Certified financial planner Rachael Burns says that although circumstances vary, anyone without dependents over that income threshold should be contributing the full amount to guarantee a good quality of life in retirement.
SOURCE: dailymail
8/30/23
The salary you should be earning to start maxing out your 401(K)
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It is well known that finance troubles frequently lead to divorce, but less discussed is just how much financial trouble divorce can create. For one, it can wreak havoc on your retirement savings and overall financial way of life.
SOURCE: yahoo finance
6/6/23
Will Divorce Destroy Your Retirement Savings?
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The best life insurance companies of 2023 are State Farm, Globe Life, Nationwide, MassMutual, Northwestern Mutual, Mutual of Omaha and Prudential., according to MoneyGeek's analysis. If you're looking for life insurance coverage that suits your budget and needs, these top life insurance companies can provide just that. We evaluated dozens of life insurance companies and their policy offerings so you don’t have to.
SOURCE: MONEYGEEK
7/20/23
Best Life Insurance Companies in July 2023
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After a divorce, you might need to buy life insurance or update your existing policy. This could include changing your beneficiary or cashing out a permanent life policy to divide up the cash value with your ex-spouse.
SOURCE: moneygeek
7/15/23
Life Insurance After a Divorce: Everything You Need to Know
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At every age in a woman’s life, women should feel empowered to ask and answer essential money questions. The answers to these questions will better determine if women are on track to meet various financial goals and ensure they are able to keep themselves in good financial health no matter their age.
SOURCE: Yahoo
2/28/23
17 Essential Money Questions Women Should Ask at Every Age
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If you’re heading into retirement, the last thing you want to worry about is how you’ll continue to make money. Generating income without working can be complicated for older adults, but it’s not impossible. It’s essential to understand your options and be aware of potential scams.
SOURCE: moneygeek
3/14/23
Older Adults' Guide to Income Streams and Money Management in Retirement
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This past year’s battle with inflation had a lot of people looking to platforms like Twitter and TikTok for information on finance. Online finance experts are flocking to social media to provide advice for the growing demand, but has TikTok really changed how users handle their money?
SOURCE: Yahoo
1/6/23
Millennials & Zoomers: Is Social Media Increasing Financial Awareness?
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Going through a divorce can be a major transition both personally and financially. Although the act of getting a divorce doesn’t directly affect your credit score, it can change your financial obligations and in turn, can affect your credit.
SOURCE: Gobankingrates
12/28/22
How To Prevent Your Divorce From Ruining Your Credit
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Itching to get out of the 9-5 workforce and spend more time with your kids? I share why you cannot risk quitting your career, especially since economists believe a U.S. recession is around the corner.
SOURCE: wealthysinglemommy
2/20/20
Stay at home moms need money: How to afford being a stay at home mom
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Buying a home is a huge financial decision and not something you should attempt to do at the spur of the moment.
SOURCE: Gobankingrates
11/11/22
Homebuying Timeline: What You Need To Do in Advance of Making That First Offer
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Life insurance can be a good investment, as it provides financial protection for your loved ones after you die. However, it is essential to shop around and find the best life insurance rates before purchasing a policy.
SOURCE: moneygeek
9/14/22
Financial Planning for Divorce
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Many people promise their partners to love and to cherish one another for richer or for poorer. Yet many skip the financial part of the vows and avoid talking about money, leading to trouble in the relationship.
SOURCE: moneygeek
9/14/22
Financial Playbook for Married Couples
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Life insurance can be a good investment, as it provides financial protection for your loved ones after you die. However, it is essential to shop around and find the best life insurance rates before purchasing a policy.
SOURCE: moneygeek
9/8/22
Finding Affordable Life Insurance
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The steps you take in your 20s can set you on a path toward financial security for the rest of your life. In this article, I share my top tips for achieving financial security by age 30.
SOURCE: gobankingrates
8/31/22
4 Expert Tips for Achieving Financial Security by 30
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If you’re expecting twins, triplets, or even higher multiple births, you may be wondering how you’ll be able to afford it all. Knowing how to financially prepare can make welcoming multiple babies less stressful.
SOURCE: investopedia
8/17/22
Preparing for Multiple Births
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With grocery prices rising due to inflation, it's getting harder and harder to make a trip to the supermarket without getting frustrated. In this article, I contribute some tips to stretch your dollar at the grocery store.
SOURCE: scarymommy
7/25/22
12+ Ways to Save Money on Groceries
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Many Americans are taking early retirement into their own hands by joining the FIRE movement, but it’s not for everyone. In this article, I share some tips on achieving FIRE as well as some limitations of the movement.
SOURCE: nerdwallet
6/24/22
FIRE Movement- Financially Independent, Retire Early
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When you’re just starting out, it can be hard enough to pay your regular bills, especially if you’re juggling rising rent and student loan payments on a starting salary. But you can actually start saving toward bigger goals, too, such as traveling, buying a house and retirement
SOURCE: gobankingrates
6/28/22
Gen Z: You Can Save For Travel, a House and Retirement - Here’s How
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Disability insurance protects your paycheck in the event that you are unable to work due to illness or injury. But if you’re a generally healthy person, you may feel like you don’t need it. In this article, I share my reasons why I believe all women should have disability insurance.
SOURCE: gobankingrates
6/21/22
Here’s Why All Women Should Consider Getting Disability Insurance
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As you deep clean your home, there’s another area that likely needs sprucing up: your personal finances. In this article, I give some tips to streamline and optimize your finances.
SOURCE: via
4/7/22
10 Ways to Spring Clean Your Finances
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Raising kids is expensive — but is it twice as expensive with twins and three times as expensive with triplets? In this article, I talk about how budgeting for multiples differs from budgeting for a single child, the extra expenses parents of multiples should be prepared for and smart ways to save on these costs.
SOURCE: gobankingrates
4/7/22
How to Budget as a Parent of Multiples
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Losing a partner is a devastating experience. When you’re caught up in emotional turmoil, the last thing you’re likely thinking about is the financial moves you now need to make. But from a financial planning perspective, there are certain actions you should take ASAP.
SOURCE: aol
3/29/22
5 Things You Need To Do Immediately After the Loss of a Partner
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Going through a divorce can be a major transition both personally and financially. Although the act of getting a divorce doesn’t directly affect your credit score, it can change your financial obligations and in turn, can affect your credit.
SOURCE: gobankingrates
3/25/22
How to Prevent Your Divorce From Ruining Your Credit
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Following the loss of a partner, your finances are likely a low priority, so it's easy to make some money missteps during this time. In this "Financially Savvy Female" column, we chat about the common mistakes women make after losing a partner, and what they should do instead.
SOURCE: GO BANKING RATES
3/16/23
16 Budgeting Tips Every Single Woman Needs to Know
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How Rachael Burns found work-life balance by building an independent practice—and why it was easier than she imagined
SOURCE: vantage impact
3/16/22
Women Advisors
Making An Impact
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While everyone should have retirement savings and build a nest egg, women in particular need to have more. However, women typically have less saved for retirement and face unique financial challenges affecting their ability to save and invest for the future.
SOURCE: business insider
3/11/22
5 Reasons Women Face Roadblocks to Retirement and Need to Save More
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Current estimates state that a family with twins should plan to shell out nearly $26,000 per year—but that's not entirely accurate. Still, it's a great motivator to set—and maintain—a family budget.
SOURCE: parents
2/16/22
How Much Should You Budget for Twins?
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Following the loss of a partner, your finances are likely a low priority, so it's easy to make some money missteps during this time. In this "Financially Savvy Female" column, we chat about the common mistakes women make after losing a partner, and what they should do instead.
SOURCE: GO BANKING RATES
01/31/22
Avoid These 4 Financial Mistakes Following the Loss of a Partner
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For some women, getting divorced may mean starting from scratch financially. But no matter where you are starting from, it’s possible to gain your financial independence. In today’s “Financially Savvy Female” column, we chat about the actionable steps women can take to achieve financial independence following a divorce.
SOURCE: GO BANKING RATES
03/01/22
How To Achieve Financial Independence After a Divorce
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Planning for retirement is an inevitability we all have to face sooner than later. Read on and follow these timely tips, from top financial leaders, to prepare for the stress-free senior lifestyle of your dreams.
SOURCE: SHE'S A FULL ON MONET
01/02/22
How to Retire Comfortably in 8 Simple Steps
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Going through a divorce can be a major transition both personally and financially. Although the act of getting a divorce doesn’t directly affect your credit score, it can change your financial obligations and in turn, can affect your credit.
SOURCE: GO BANKING RATES
12/28/22
How to Prevent Your Divorce From Ruining Your Credit
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A new baby is exciting, delightful, tiring, and challenging all at the same time. A new baby also marks a major financial transition, especially if it’s your first. A family presents new challenges in both the short and the long term. These financial tips for new parents should give you a head start.
SOURCE: FINMASTERS
12/23/21
Financial Tips for
New Parents
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Hearing you or a loved one has a life changing medical condition is world-changing, including your financial picture. Here’s how to prepare your finances for a life-altering medical diagnosis.
SOURCE: POLICY GENIUS
09/23/21
Financially Preparing for a Life Altering Medical Diagnosis
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Dealing with the loss of a loved one can be difficult. And, in many cases, having to deal with their financial affairs can make it even harder. It's for that reason that many financial experts and lawyers recommend people get their finances in order before it's too late.
SOURCE: CNN BUSINESS
08/23/21
How to Handle Finances
After the Death of a Loved One
