Tim Maurer

Of all the emotions that can steer us toward suboptimal decisions, fear may be the most powerful because of its physiological and psychological implications.

We can’t avoid disagreements in marriage in general—but we can use them to strengthen our relationships.

Personal finance gurus would have us believe that the difference between financial success and failure depends on our choice to buy a latte. But it likely doesn't.

"Follow your passions" may be well-intentioned guidance, but it's insufficient. Ikigai provides a fourfold framework for making college and career decisions.

We’ve been so focused on the length of retirement and not running out of money that we’ve neglected the quality of the existence we’re sustaining financially.

We ask too many what and not enough who questions. When we understand what’s most important to someone personally, we can simplify the most complex financial issues.

We can be and do our best—personally, professionally, and financially—when we have Identity / Role alignment.

Your financial plan can be antifragile, strengthening under stress, with a 4-bucket approach.

Many financial advisors follow a similar arc in their careers—from humble novice to knowledge-wielding superhero to wiser guide.

There’s an ironic twist in our view of success: When we think we’re already successful, it can limit us from future growth.

Home, auto, & umbrella insurance are too often a footnote in wealth management, but a good agent can make a huge difference.

It’s hard to imagine utilizing behavioral economics to make better decisions in everyday life—but it’s possible.

The antiquated argument that personal finance should be taught at home simply looks silly in 2024.

Daniel Kahneman didn't just make the world better—he made YOUR world better, whether you know it or not.

Daniel Kahneman didn’t just make the world better—he made YOUR world better, whether you know it or not.

False underlying beliefs can create a cycle of self-fulfilling failures, while correct beliefs can fuel our success, both personally and financially.

Generational bashing has been especially pointed for Millennials and Gens Y and Z—but a new study suggests Gen Z is ahead of previous generations.

A good marriage is hard work, and money makes it harder.

Counter your “four defaults” that hold you back financially through the lens of Shane Parrish’s new book, “Clear Thinking.”

Let’s ditch the one-size-fits-all debt drama from financial pros and gurus in favor of more personalized personal finance guidance.