Susan Bradley, founder of the Sudden Money Institute says, “When life changes, money changes. And when money changes, life changes.” Having experienced significant life changes herself, Esther Szabo knows firsthand how life changes affect not only your everyday life, but also your finances. Today, Esther explores the link between life changes caused by transitions and…

The idea of being self-employed can be tempting for many. Having flexibility and freedom while being your own boss—what could be better? But starting your own business isn’t always easy, and there is a lot you must consider. Having been self-employed for almost 20 years, Esther Szabo is here to share the valuable insights she’s…

The word “budget” may feel like a six-letter dirty word to many, but not to Esther Szabo. Today, Esther explores the benefits of a budget in today’s economy and how it can be beneficial to have one, even if someone else manages it for you. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why budgeting is a crucial…

  Recent market volatility has been a source of concern for many. Today, Esther Szabo continues to explore these feelings of concern in part 2 of her mini-series on navigating uncertainty. In this episode, Esther sheds a light on the factors creating feelings of uncertainty, along with: The effects the 2008 recession continues to have…

Since 2009, we’ve had a good run with the stock market. But chances are, this strong streak won’t last much longer. Women who are experiencing financial transitions in addition to a precarious stock market often endure feelings of uncertainty. Today, Esther Szabo shares how she helps clients cope with these challenging feelings. In this episode,…

As we approach the end of 2018, now is the perfect time to start thinking about some important year-end financial planning decisions and to begin looking ahead at what’s to come in 2019. In today’s episode, Esther Szabo shares her top 5 things you should consider before the end of the year to keep your…

In part two of her mini-series on financial termites, Esther Szabo explores a specific area that financial termites could damage—your investment experience. While no one can control the stock market, Esther believes you can control your choices and make moves to eliminate the termites that could be threatening your investments. In this episode, you’ll learn:…

What are financial termites? Like their namesake, financial termites are easy to miss and are issues that chew away at your financial foundation. These termites chew little by little, until the day their destruction becomes obvious. Today, Esther Szabo explains how you can stop these financial termites in their tracks. In this episode, you’ll learn:…

As Esther Szabo likes to say, proper prior planning prevents poor performance. In today’s episode, Esther and Aric Johnson discuss the basis of Esther’s financial planning services at Gates Pass Advisors and how she helps clients build a solid financial foundation to ensure future success. Esther explains why she digs deeper than just the numbers…

When Esther Szabo was in her early 20s, she earned an associate degree in social services. She hoped to become a counselor.   At the time, Esther never imagined that she’d use her counseling skills every day to help women create financial plans.   In this episode, Esther shares how her experience as a student,…