This week I want to switch gears to discuss something that I’ve been learning a lot about these last few years, starting a business. Starting your own business is a lot of hard work but can lead to greater financial and personal freedom. You should not expect to get rich overnight (if at all) but if done properly, starting a business can eventually give you much more control over your future. (more…)

According to the Chronicle of Higher Education, college savings and investing in prepaid college plans have increased even as our economy got worse. I see this as proof of the value that many people put in their children’s education. As an educator, I applaud those who sacrificed to continue saving for college. Much of our country’s future depends on this. (more…)