Financial Advisors

While love may not need a marriage certificate, your finances might appreciate one. You're not alone if you're in a committed relationship without plans to tie the knot. According to the Pew Research Center, the number of U.S. adults in cohabiting relationships has steadily increased in recent years. Without the automatic legal benefits that come with marriage, unmarried couples need to be proactive in protecting their financial interests and ensuring their future together is secure.

We often hear about the importance of investing to build wealth and prepare for the future. However, investing in our happiness and present experiences to lead a meaningful life is equally important. Today, there's a noticeable rise in ambitious financial aspirations, fueling a trend where many are actively chasing their 'dream' lives by advancing in their careers, launching entrepreneurial ventures, and adopting strategies such as ultra-frugal living to achieve goals like early retirement. Dreaming big and setting ambitious goals challenging our comfort zones is commendable, but there's a caveat: We shouldn't become so fixated on the future that we forget to live in the present. While we advocate for having clear financial goals and moving forward with purpose, your hustle or sacrifices to achieve those goals shouldn't overshadow your ability to find happiness and fulfillment now. You can (and should) have a work-life balance — you don't have to sacrifice one for the other. If you're caught up in the co