Category: relationships

  • Who is Grace Vela?

    Who is Grace Vela?

    Grace Vela specializes in helping couples navigate financial conflicts, emphasizing that these issues often stem from deeper psychological and cultural factors. As a former financial advisor, she offers practical and compassionate guidance. In addition to her advisory role, she promotes community wellness and advocates for family health initiatives.

  • What Men Financially Expect from Women — But Rarely Say Aloud

    What Men Financially Expect from Women — But Rarely Say Aloud

    The content explores how men’s financial expectations of women influence relationship dynamics. It highlights the impact of a woman’s financial behavior on a man’s commitment and emotional validation. Traditional and modern partnerships differ in expectations, yet respect and trust remain crucial. Ultimately, healthy communication about finances fosters meaningful connections in relationships.

  • When He Doesn’t Meet Your Financial Expectations

    When He Doesn’t Meet Your Financial Expectations

    Money differences in relationships are common, particularly early on. Open communication, shared vision, and mutual respect are essential. Understanding a partner’s financial mindset is crucial. While support is important, it should empower rather than disempower. Focus on long-term growth and maintain balance in contributions to foster love and respect.

  • When a Legacy is Dropped on Your Lap

    Sebastian Zuze of Chiedza Wealth Advisory Services shared his journey from personal loss to becoming a retirement advisor, driven by a desire to empower others. He emphasizes the importance of long-term planning for the youth, involving his son Anthony in the business to instill financial wisdom and create a lasting family legacy.

  • Tone and Finance: Building Healthy Relationships

    Tone and Finance: Building Healthy Relationships

    Why should I share my wants, dreams, and desires with you when I know you might dismiss them, criticize me, or discourage me? That is, if you even listen at all. This issue often arises right from the start of a relationship and is fundamentally about tone, empathy, and flexibility—or the lack thereof.  Discussing finances…

  • Real estate doesn’t always go up

    Real estate doesn’t always go up

    Owning real estate is the first step, managing it profitably is the next step. We work with you to evaluate your real estate portfolio and look for efficiencies.

  • Finances are NOT the #1 cause of divorce!

    Finances are NOT the #1 cause of divorce!

    What’s good for the goose, IS good for the gander.