We know resolutions are all the rage this time of year but we prefer setting goals over resolutions. Resolutions are statements that express what you want to change while goals are statements that express what you want to achieve. Ever since we launched Simply Finance, we’ve been empowering people to set and achieve their goals through our financial planning services. It’s what we do best. In this blog post, we’ll be sharing our top 4 tips for setting financial goals.

Financial psychologists from Kansas State University conducted a study on Money Beliefs and Financial Behaviors by using a sample of 422 individuals who identified their level of agreement on 72 money-related beliefs. Through this study, they discovered four distinct money belief patterns and developed the Klontz Money Script Inventory. These four core money beliefs are Money Avoidance, Money Worship, Money Status, and Money Vigilance. Looking closer into these “Money Scripts” can help you gain insight into your money belief system and how it impacts your life, choices, and financial success.

It goes without saying that your income directly impacts your finances! How much you make determines how much you can spend, save, and invest. That’s why it’s important to maximize your earning potential through salary negotiation.

It may just be all in your head (literally!) but your money mindset can influence your emotions and shape your actions which then determines the kind of results you get. Mindset matters! In this blog post, we’ll be discussing how you can make the ultimate money move–making the shift from a scarcity to an abundance mindset.

Back-to-school season is upon us and we want to take this opportunity to educate our young and promising readers about Money Management. Establishing good money habits and practicing sustainable financial practices at a young age is key to a bright financial future. Learning how to manage your personal finances as a student can help you gain the life skills you need to financially support yourself independently in the future.

If you’re feeling unfulfilled at your current job, stuck in a toxic work environment, or looking for a career change that will challenge you, here are 3 financial preparations you need to make before you send in your two weeks’ notice.

According to Colliers' report on the Philippine property market outlook for 2022, the Philippine property market is “Bound for rebound” in 2022 thanks to the improving vaccination rate complemented by rising consumer and business confidence. Whether you’re a newbie investor or an investor looking to diversify your portfolio, that’s your cue to invest in real estate. To jump-start your journey to real estate investing, we’ve rounded up 6 ways you can start investing in real estate in the Philippines in 2022.

If you’re a fan of our series Simply Finance TV then you’re probably familiar with the inspiring multi-hyphenate gal, Nikki Jurado or Nomad Finance Girl. Among many things, she is an author, financial advisor, speaker, entrepreneur, and trader! In 2020 she published her book “How To Yolo Wisely: A Step by Step Money Guide for People Who Wanna Enjoy Life”. Her book is a treasure trove of accessible, relatable, and (most importantly) actionable insights that we’re eager to share with you.

We’ve given you advice on how to save more and how to minimize your expenses but this time we’re sharing concrete advice on how you can earn more money by maximizing your earning potential.

Calling all the fangirls–the ARMYs, the BLINKs, the ONCEs, the Carats, the Swifties–there’s just too many to mention! This Simple Guide to Saving and Budgeting is for you. We want to help you make it to that concert you’re manifesting. #TeamLabas or #TeamBahay no more!

Sure, your Zodiac signs may be compatible with one another but have you looked into your financial compatibility with your partner? Having an open and honest conversation about money with your significant other may seem daunting but it’s a great opportunity to learn more about your partner and what the future holds for your relationship.

We wanna educate you and answer your F-A-Qs about Sinking Funds. Are you getting anxious over the inevitable purchases or big expenses you’ll be making this year? Ease your financial stress and create a sinking fund that will simplify your overwhelming financial goals.

We’ve made a simple and straightforward list of 22 financial practices that will improve the way you handle your personal finances and ensure that you live abundantly in 2022.

The spirit of Christmas may always be in our hearts, but our wallets feel it the most. That’s why we’ve come up with a simple guide to help you with your Christmas shopping this holiday season. 

Financial horror stories can be a real nightmare and as a financial planning firm, we’ve heard ‘em all. Here are 3 Financial Horror Stories to keep you up at night this Halloween season.

To help you get through the doom and gloom of Mercury Retrograde we’ve come up with financial advice for each sign! Please take the financial advice to heart but (if you’re an astrology skeptic) don’t take the astrology bit too seriously! 

It won’t always be sunshine and daisies so it’s best to be prepared.  Here’s a list of Rainy Day Essentials that are guaranteed to make the rain, rain, go away!

Inspired by our brand new service, Simple Solutions. We asked you on IG stories “What are your every day money problems?” Out of all the responses, we’ve rounded up 5 of the most common every day money problems so that we could finally help you solve them once and for all…

Here are 3 Money Mistakes you can learn from—the easy way!

It’s Simply Finance’s first year anniversary! Amidst the champagne popping and the zoom party planning, we took time to reflect and look back on the past year with Mariel Bitanga, the Founder of Simply Finance.