Brunch on a Wednesday: When money’s on your mind
I have always been a big believer that money doesn't change who you are as a person, just enhances what's already there (thanks Will Smith). It's a beautiful idea and something that I want to be true because, well, I want to be making more money and don't like the…
How about let’s not bash poor people for shopping on #blackfriday
This last Sunday's Brunch & Budget on Bondfire Radio show was on whether or not you're really getting a good deal on Black Friday or if it's a bunch of psychological tricks that corporations use to prey on people's emotions and vulnerability to get them to spend more money (HINT:…
5 Tips for How to Take the Leap into Full Time Passion
Caits Meissner, a long time friend, and now Brunch & Budget client, took the leap from full time job to full time passion earlier this year (in fact, she joined us on a Bondfire show right when she was in the middle of transitioning!). I am so excited and proud…
Virage | East Village, New York, NY
That is lobster hash hiding under those eggs at Brunch & Budget! But that's not even the best part! When we looked at her numbers, we realized that because she did such a good job saving the last few years, she could buy a new place by this time next year just…
Homemade | Sweet Potato Hash
Homemade sweet potato hash with Alexis Berthelot during our Brunch & Budget! It was as delicious as it looks (and he claims he doesn't cook)! He has done an incredible job of saving money for the last few years and has his eye on owning some New York real estate or investing in…
Skype | With Kim Bravery!
Thank you Skype for making Brunch & Budget possible from anywhere! Had a full on #skypeandbudget with Bondfire Radio superstar listener Kim Bravery from Michigan. She is saving up to take her son on a big trip to Walt Disney World for the first time! You may remember her from…
HEADS UP: Obamacare Open Enrollment starts 11/15!
For the many of us who don't have health care insurance covered by our employers or our parents, it's that time of year again(ish). I guess technically it's that time “again” because Obamacare open enrollment happened for the first time last year, but it sure doesn't feel like the kinks are…
Brunch on a Wednesday: Saving money gives you freedom.
Join me for Brunch on a Wednesday: the b&b biweekly and get this stuff straight to your inbox! One of the questions I ask all my clients when we first meet is, "What does success mean to you?" So far, I haven't had anyone say, "Having loads and loads of money."…
WestVille | Chelsea, New York, NY
Delicious and #healthy Brunch & Budget at Westville Chelsea with Susan LoPiccolo! Their market platter is amazing! Sweet potato fries, Parmesan and honey brussel sprouts, Asian spiced green beans, curried cauliflower, seared tofu, butternut squash, tomato zucchini mozzarella salad, and Parmesan asparagus spears. We figured out that she was able…
Sarabeth’s | Tribeca, New York, NY
Had a great Brunch & Budget with Tania "The Machine" Baron! Our first b&b was at Sarabeth's in Tribeca - I had their super smooth and creamy lox + goat cheese scramble with a nicely dressed side salad. Nom nom nom. She is growing her business so fast (a business…