Understanding the Human Side of Money: Behavioral Finance Basics
Financial decisions are rarely made in a vacuum. Even with careful research, our choices are shaped by emotion, experience, and pe [...]
Balancing Long-Term Growth with Everyday Flexibility: The Value of Liquidity
Building a sound financial plan requires maintaining flexibility. Liquidity, or access to cash when you need it, plays a vital rol [...]
Preparing for Change with Flexibility and Foresight: Planning for Life Transitions
Life rarely follows a straight path. Career shifts, family changes, relocations, and retirement can all bring exciting new possibi [...]
Creating Everyday Practices That Support Long-Term Financial Wellness
The start of a new year often brings renewed motivation to organize, plan, and reflect on what matters most. When it comes to your [...]
Smart Holiday Spending Ideas to Keep Your Finances on Track this Season
The holiday season brings the excitement of gift-giving, festive gatherings, and meals shared with family. However, it’s also a ti [...]
Establishing New Year Objectives and Setting Effective Financial Goals for 2026
As 2025 comes to a close, now is the ideal time to reflect on your financial progress and set goals for 2026. Whether you’re focus [...]
Megan Jones joined the ILG Financial team in 2020 as marketing director. Megan and her husband live in Fredericksburg, VA with their German Short Haired Pointer, Gus. Megan is a graduate of Longwood University and holds a degree in communications. Megan is the oldest of Dave Lopez’s three children and not only enjoys working alongside her father, but also with her cousin, Chase, who joined the ILG Financial team in 2020 as an advisor. Megan is also a fully licensed Life, Health, and Annuity agent. When not at work, Megan enjoys sitting on the back porch with family and friends enjoying food and music.
Amy Anderson joined the ILG Financial team in 2023 as the client relations coordinator. Her responsibilities include scheduling of appointments, annual check-up notifications, and annuity and required minimum distribution assistance. She is a graduate of Harding University with a degree in Computer Information Systems. Amy and her husband have two children and she enjoys reading, crocheting, music and spending time with her family.
Terri Center joined the ILG Financial team in 2019 as client services manager. She handles client records, application processing, and gathering information to provide a professional and friendly experience with all of our clients. Terri is a graduate of Oakland University. She is married and has two children. She enjoys hiking, family time, and puzzle challenging video games. She also likes to share her creativity in her canvas paintings and sewing projects.
Jessica Carson joined the ILG Financial team in 2018 as an agent. Jessica and her husband have four children, two dogs, 3 barn cats, 5 chickens, and three parakeets. She indeed loves her children and pets! When not at work, Jessica enjoys playing the piano and cello as well as traveling and spending time outside with her family, hiking, fishing, and boating.