Join me as I talk about banks, how they work, and how to protect yourself when they don't work like they should. After a few banks have failed I thought it would be helpful to talk about how that happens, what to do when it happens, and most importantly how to protect yourself from this uncommon, but still possible issue. You can find me on Instagram and twitter @laura_whiteland and don't forget to check out the blog at laurawhiteland.com for more personal finance insights! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stressfreefinance/message

Join me as I talk with Ashley Groves, owner of the Wedding Grove, a wedding planning business based out of Halifax Nova Scotia. We dig into some of the more stressful aspects of wedding planning, talk about the value of a good plan and discuss a few great tips to save on your wedding dreams. You can find Ashley on Social Media @TWGAtlantic or her website https://www.theweddinggrove.com/ You can find me on Instagram and twitter @laura_whiteland and don't forget to check out the blog at laurawhiteland.com for more personal finance insights! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stressfreefinance/message

Join me as I talk about taxes, with tax season swiftly upon us I thought I'd spend a little time talking about how to keep organized, and make your taxes a little less stressful. I'm sorry for the delay on this one, I'm still getting over a rough cold, but I'm hoping to be back onto a more normal schedule going forward! You can find me on Instagram and twitter @laura_whiteland and don't forget to check out the blog at laurawhiteland.com for more personal finance insights! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stressfreefinance/message

Join me as I talk about retirement, and how to plan for it. Retirement is a tough thing to plan for, but the most important step is to get started. I'll be talking about making the most of the tools in your retirement toolbox and the importance of having flexibility. You can find me on Instagram and twitter @laura_whiteland and don't forget to check out the blog at laurawhiteland.com for more personal finance insights! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stressfreefinance/message

Join me as I talk about how to manage your rental properties. I'm discussing tips and tricks to make sure you're setting yourself up for success and making your rental business as stress free as possible. Most of the challenge in managing real estate is in the day to day operations, by taking the time to plan ahead, and approaching your business with care and concern you can make sure you're adding value to your tenants as you build as successful business. You can find me on Instagram and twitter @laura_whiteland and don't forget to check out the blog at laurawhiteland.com for more personal finance insights! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stressfreefinance/message

Join me as I talk about getting the best deal when you're in the market for financial products. Whether you're looking at a mortgage, loan, insurance, or investments, the way to ensure you're getting the best deal is to know what your options are out there. Often times the differences between products can be very subtle, but by determining what's most important you'll be able to grade those differences for your benefit. You can find me on Instagram and twitter @laura_whiteland and  don't forget to check out the blog at laurawhiteland.com for more  personal finance insights! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stressfreefinance/message

Join me as I talk about dealing with higher mortgage rates. It's always better to plan for the future then to be caught unaware. With mortgage rates having skyrocketed over the last year, there's a good chance that you'll be feeling the pinch at some point. This week I'm talking about some useful strategies to make sure you position yourself for the best possible outcome. You can find me on Instagram and twitter @laura_whiteland and don't forget to check out the blog at laurawhiteland.com for more personal finance insights! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stressfreefinance/message

Join me as I talk about New Year's Resolutions and how to make sure that the changes you want to make stick. It can be easy to set loft objectives, but if you want to make sure that you're seeing the results you want a year from now, it's much better to be thoughtful about how you'll get there. Most importantly, be kind to yourself as you make these changes. You can find me on Instagram and twitter @laura_whiteland and don't forget to check out the blog at laurawhiteland.com for more personal finance insights! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stressfreefinance/message

Join me as I talk about how to keep on top of changes in your life and avoid financial struggles in the future. Life is full of changes, both positive and negative, but a little planning and consideration can keep the bad days to a minimum and make good days better.  You can find me on Instagram and twitter @laura_whiteland and don't  forget to check out the blog at laurawhiteland.com for more personal finance insights! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stressfreefinance/message

Join me as I talk about how to reduce your financial stress during the holiday season. There's a lot of pressure to spend more then you'd like to, and to make the most of every moment, but then feel deflated when the bills come in January. This episode contains some tips and ideas to reduce that pressure and focus on the moments that matter during your holidays. You can find me on Instagram and twitter @laura_whiteland and don't forget to check out the blog at laurawhiteland.com for more personal finance insights! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stressfreefinance/message

Join  me as I talk about how to get started in investing in real estate, with some practical tips that will help make that first rental purchase easier, and less risky. Investing in real estate is as old as the economy, but entering into this world with your eyes open and a good business plan can help make the experience a positive one! Don't forget to check out the blog at laurawhiteland.com for more insights on this and plenty of other topics! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stressfreefinance/message

Join me as I talk about how to approach your long term financial goals, without home ownership. There are a lot of benefits to renting, and being a renter doesn't mean you can't get ahead, and prepare for the future. I'm also back after a little hiatus, we welcomed our first child to the world a few weeks ago so I've been busy with that. I'm looking forward to getting back to creating these episodes! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stressfreefinance/message

Join me as I talk about whether home ownership is right for you. Owning a home has long been seen as a milestone that you need to achieve, rather then one of many ways to put a roof over your head. Achieving your goals and getting what you want out of life is more important then the name on the deed. For deeper dives into the topics discussed on the podcast, check out laurawhiteland.com, you can also find me on twitter @Laura_Whiteland and on instagram @Laura Whiteland. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stressfreefinance/message

Join me as I talk about the basics of investing in real estate. I'll be talking about the right mindset to go into before considering whether you should invest in real estate. It's a tough business, and not a simple path to wealth and prosperity. Those that go in with their eyes open, and are well prepared, can do well. For deeper dives into the topics discussed on the podcast, check out laurawhiteland.com If you have questions you'd like answered by me on the show, please email me at lhwhiteland@gmail.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stressfreefinance/message

Join me as I continue our chats about ethical investing. Making sure you achieve your financial goals while using an ethical portfolio takes a little bit of extra consideration. This week I'll be talking about some of those concerns and give you the tools to make sure your portfolio reflects your values, and takes care of you and your family. For deeper dives into the topics discussed on the podcast, check out laurawhiteland.com If you have questions you'd like answered by me on the show, please email me at lhwhiteland@gmail.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stressfreefinance/message

Join me as I continue our chats about ethical investing. I'll be talking about what makes a portfolio ethical, how to include your principles in your investing. How to balance your investment goals with your ethical goals. As well as some of the limitations and challenges with the ethics, of ethical investing. For deeper dives into the topics discussed on the podcast, check out laurawhiteland.com If you have questions you'd like answered by me on the show, please email me at lhwhiteland@gmail.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stressfreefinance/message

Join us, for a special discussion on mental health and wellness, with tips and tools to make handling financial issues easier. With special guests Cindy Voegeli and Derek Voegeli, both Certified Psychotherapists with CD Therapy. We'll be discussing how to handle financial stress, how to build resiliency to tackle tough financial situations, as well as finding space to care for yourself. For deeper dives into the topics discussed on the podcast, check out laurawhiteland.com If you have questions you'd like answered by me on the show, please email me at lhwhiteland@gmail.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stressfreefinance/message

I sat down with Alicia Simms from Truro Buzz to discuss financial planning, rising interest rates, and how to cope with increasing prices. This was a facebook live that was hosted by Truro Buzz and Inclusive Financial Planning. This is a different format from the usual show but there were some great questions people sent in and a lot of good discussions so I wanted to share.  For deeper dives into the topics discussed on the podcast, check out laurawhiteland.com If you have questions you'd like answered by me on the show, please email me at lhwhiteland@gmail.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stressfreefinance/message

Join  me as I talk about ethical investing, break down some common terms and explain how things like ESG scores and impact investing work. Investing ethically is a complicated topic and one with a lot of nuance, this is just the beginning of a series on the topic and establishes the terminology we;ll be using to discuss how to incorporate ethical investing into your portfolio. For deeper dives into the topics discussed on the podcast, check out laurawhiteland.com If you have questions you'd like answered by me on the show, please email me at lhwhiteland@gmail.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stressfreefinance/message

Join me as I talk about several different potential financial concerns for folks in the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. There are unique challenges faced by different members of the community. There's can also be tremendous difficulty in accessing financial services. Focusing on your goals, asking questions, and finding your people are key to successfully navigating these institutions.  For deeper dives into the topics discussed on the podcast, check out laurawhiteland.com If you have questions you'd like answered by me on the show, please email me at lhwhiteland@gmail.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stressfreefinance/message