Of Independent Means
Welcome to our blog, Of Independent Means, where author Cathy Curtis provides relatable and actionable personal finance advice for independent women. Cathy has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, InvestmentNews, Money Magazine, Financial Planning Magazine, has appeared on ABC, KTVU and KGO, and is a regular contributor to AOL’s DailyFinance business and financial news section. Check back often for new tips and insights, or sign up below to have our latest articles delivered directly to your inbox.
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How Mountain Biking is Like Life
This evening, my husband, Rob, convinced me to join him for a mountain bike ride near our home. I have done the ride before, many times, but not for a

Financial Windfalls: How to Manage Sudden Wealth
An inheritance, a big bonus, a surprise payout – expected or unexpected, receiving large sums of money can be stressful. Sudden wealth or a financial windfall can derail even the

A Great Alternative to Grocery Stores: Farmer’s Markets
My anxiety level spikes at the thought of going to a grocery store. The lines are long, and once inside, it’s like playing bumper carts with your fellow shoppers all

5 Unique Things to Buy To Help Ease Your Anxiety
I have gotten a special thrill out of being a curator of delightful, beautiful or delicious things and sharing them with my friends. With the pandemic crisis, I think we

THE CARES ACT REVIEW PART V: Health Provisions
One of the objectives of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (CARES) is to help people get the care they need with fewer obstacles and less-in-person contact. It

Updated for 2020: Triple Tax Savings For You: Health Savings Plan (HSAs) Explained
If you don’t know about Health Savings Accounts (HSA’s) and are eligible to open one, you’re missing out on an excellent savings vehicle with fantastic tax benefits. What is an
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