What Our Mackinac Island Trip Reminded Me About Financial Planning This past week, my husband, our two toddlers, and I spent a few days...

You do not need to know all the jargon. You do not need to have it all figured out. And you absolutely do not need to do it alone. But...

On July 4, 2025, the One Big Beautiful Bill (H.R. 1)  was signed into law as Public Law 119-21 . This wide-ranging budget and tax package...

When life throws us into a season we didn’t choose, whether it’s the loss of a spouse, the unraveling of a marriage, or an unexpected...

Somehow we’re already halfway through the year. The kids are deep into summer mode, your calendar is a blur of travel, cookouts, and...

If you live in Michigan, there’s something sacred about summertime at the lake. Whether it’s boating, bonfires, or watching fireworks...

Summer at Mackinaw Island The temperatures have been soaring lately here in Michigan. Maybe your AC is running nonstop, the kids are...

If you’ve been watching the news lately, you’ve probably felt a mix of emotions; worry, frustration, maybe even fear. Whether it’s global...

Retirement Isn’t Just About Money. It’s About What You Want Life to Look Like When you hear the word “retirement,” what comes to mind?...

May 29 is National 529 Day, a day to raise awareness about one of the most powerful tools families can use to save for education. If...

Losing a spouse is one of life’s deepest heartbreaks. In the middle of grief, it’s hard to know what to do next, especially when it comes...

Widowed woman in Grand Rapids finding peace of mind through financial planning Losing a spouse changes everything. The grief alone is...

Learn how to have gentle, clear conversations with your adult children about finances after the loss of a spouse. Support for widows in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

As the weather warms and we open the windows for a fresh breeze, spring cleaning is top of mind for many women. But it’s not just our...

After the loss of a spouse, everything feels different, and for many widows, the house suddenly feels different too. What once felt like...

Losing your spouse is one of the most painful, disorienting experiences you can go through. If you’re a woman in your 50s navigating this...

You don't have to do this alone. Losing a spouse turns your world upside down. In the midst of deep grief, you're often faced with a long...

Author: Stephanie Trexler, MS, CFP®   Stephanie Trexler is the Founder & Financial Advisor at Golden Goose Wealth Planning located in...

Author: Stephanie Trexler, MS, CFP®   Stephanie Trexler is the Founder & Financial Advisor at Golden Goose Wealth Planning located in...

Author: Stephanie Trexler, MS, CFP®   Stephanie Trexler is the Founder & Financial Advisor at Golden Goose Wealth Planning located in...