Evergreen Financial Counseling

Getting your money straightened out doesn't require a fancy finance diploma. Plenty of people who juggle their budgets just fine learned by poking around online and, now and then, making a smarter choice. They read the basics, tweaked a few habits, and kept at it. Small wins add up. You can hunt down the same know-how-save cash, ditch debt, or take that first swing at investing-with zero classroom time. You can learn personal finance on your own with just a weekend and a few online tools. Just spend a weekend figuring out how much cash you have, sketch a few hard-hitting goals, and dive into the basics- budgeting, saving, investing-using any mix of YouTube clips, library books, or stories from folks you know. Once you grasp the list of terms that used to trip you up, pick one money habit and spend the first ten minutes of every week trying it out in the real world. Understand Where You Stand and Where You Want to Go You don't have to sit in a lecture hall to fix your money mes...

Debt is one of those things that sneaks up on people. One day you're managing just fine, and the next you're juggling credit cards, student loans, and unexpected medical bills, all while trying to make ends meet. If you've found yourself in that situation, you may have wondered, Should I just figure this out myself, or is it time to get help? The idea of hiring a financial advisor can feel like something only rich people do. But in reality, advisors work with everyday folks all the time, especially when it comes to managing and getting out of debt. If you’ve been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to even begin, this might be the right move. So, how do you know if it’s the right time? Let’s talk through that. When Should You Hire a Financial Advisor to Help With Debt? You should consider hiring a financial advisor to help with debt when your financial situation feels unmanageable, when your payments are barely covering interest, or when you're making no progres...