The concept of wellness is used often, generally when referring to a balanced and fulfilling life overall. But what does it mean when someone refers to their financial wellness? Financial wellness encompasses all aspects of an individual’s financial life, involving the goals, resources and decisions that create financial security and peace of mind.
Budgeting is a common practice to improve your overall financial wellness. Whether this is short-term or long-term, creating and following a budget can help align your financial goals, track your expenses, and manage your spending habits. The short-term finances that are included can help prep for the larger goals that are months, or years away. Consistently assessing your assets and your liabilities can enhance your overall financial wellness.
While budgeting seems to be a simple equation to financial wellness, it’s not the only aspect that should be considered. Investing and saving seemingly go hand in hand, but it’s hard for individuals to determine what they should be spending more time, and money, on. Finding a good balance between practicing both will secure a nest egg for unforeseen or emergency expenses, as well as build your assets to help you reach those long-term goals.
Practicing habits like budgeting, saving, and investing will get you to the goal of financial freedom both in the present, and in the future. Accomplishing both short and long-term goals can help you feel like your finances are under control. Retirement planning is a key part of achieving financial freedom, specifically for you and your family’s future. The peace of mind that comes along with retirement planning will set you up for a secure retirement, where your finances don’t need to be worried about.
Working on your financial wellness means incorporating these strategies, plus some, in your day to day life. It’s never too early or too late to start working on your financial wellness. Employing skills of financial literacy will provide you and your family with the life you want to live and strengthen your overall financial wellness now, and for the future.
Planning for expenses during your retirement can feel frustrating with so many unknowns. As financial professionals, we can help you with planning, by answering questions, and connecting you with other professionals you’ll need during your journey. Give us a call today at (540) 720-5656 and let’s talk.
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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.
Chase Lopez joined the ILG Financial team in 2020 as an advisor. Chase is a 2016 James Madison University graduate with a degree in management. Chase has been trained under the tutelage of Dave Lopez, who is not only the founder and managing member of ILG Financial, but also is Chase’s uncle and godfather. He also enjoys working alongside his cousin, Megan, who is Dave’s daughter. Chase, as a fiduciary, believes in putting his clients interests first, and building out plans for his clients where they can have a happy and fruitful retirement. He married his beautiful wife in February 2022 and both use most of their free time chasing around their little pup, Aurora.
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.
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.
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. When not at work, Megan enjoys sitting on the back porch with family and friends enjoying food and music.