Of Independent Means

Freelancers and Taxes: It's September 15 -Here's How to Use Safe Harbor Before Year-End

Today is September 15, which means the third-quarter estimated tax payment deadline is here (payments must be made or postmarked by the end of the day).

Sep 15 • 

Cathy Curtis, CFP®

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August 2025

What Wealth Buys: The Invisible Upgrades

Being “wealthy” means different things to different people.

Aug 13 • 

Cathy Curtis, CFP®

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Why Taking a Career Break at 50+ Might Be Your Best Life Decision

You’ve done everything right.

Aug 4 • 

Cathy Curtis, CFP®

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June 2025

ACA Shake-Up: What the 'One Big Beautiful Bill' Means for Your Health Insurance Costs

Especially important for those who buy their own health insurance: the self-employed, early retirees, or those between jobs

Jun 22 • 

Cathy Curtis, CFP®

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The Most Misunderstood (Yet Essential) Investment: Bonds

And I promise you won't be bored......

Jun 18 • 

Cathy Curtis, CFP®

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May 2025

When Tariffs Reach Your Closet: Why Secondhand Shopping is Smart, Stylish, and Sustainable

Global prices are rising. Shopping green isn’t just good for the planet—it’s good for your wallet

May 6 • 

Cathy Curtis, CFP®

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March 2025

The Luck of the Irish (and Your Financial Life)

Happy St. Patrick's Day

Mar 18 • 

Cathy Curtis, CFP®

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How Building a Capsule Wardrobe is Like Building an Investment Portfolio

Two of my passions are fashion and investing.

Mar 5 • 

Cathy Curtis, CFP®

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February 2025

Is It Different This Time?

Trump and Your Investment Portfolio

Feb 12 • 

Cathy Curtis, CFP®

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Does your Substack Obsession Need A Budget?

Last year, I discovered Substack.

Feb 6 • 

Cathy Curtis, CFP®

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January 2025

Brewing Better Money Habits: Lessons from My Morning Coffee

I'm a coffee lover.

Jan 26 • 

Cathy Curtis, CFP®

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The Bittersweet Passing Of Time-and Being Ready for the Unthinkable

Last week, I boxed up my Christmas tree, stockings, and all the holiday trimmings, tucking them into the attic for another year.

Jan 13 • 

Cathy Curtis, CFP®

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