David Barnes’ Three Keys To Get Out of Debt

David Barnes’ Three Keys To Get Out of Debt

The World Series is here, football seasons are in full swing, school is deep in session, and the weather is shifting for sure.Fall has a way of running along faster than we realize.It’s kind of like our financial picture: things can change REAL fast, and before...
Barnes’ Rules of Thumb for Life Insurance

Barnes’ Rules of Thumb for Life Insurance

Autumn is here, and in some parts of the country, apparently that already means snow…Weather is a close second to “life” in terms of unpredictability.So I think that means two things:You should always carry an umbrella.Your life insurance policy...
Total Cost of College for Southern California Folks

Total Cost of College for Southern California Folks

Yes, there is chaos in the political world. Since it’s not related to our vocation around here, I’ll withhold comment, and let’s move on to a happier conversation.Paying for college.(Yes, that was sarcasm.)So much ink (and an abundance of pixels) has...
Thinking Through Real Estate Investments In Southern California

Thinking Through Real Estate Investments In Southern California

When it comes to your money, you’re either spending, saving, giving or investing. I know that many of my Southern California clients are doing all four, which is always wonderful to see.The last one, investing, is the one I want to focus on today. I talk a great...