Between the Fire and the Grind

From the Marine Corps to running a coffee company in Indonesia, Troy and Renda Kiper have never backed down from a challenge.  They approach each challenge with the same zest for life and true desire to make the world a better place than when they found it.  Join us as we talk about their thoughts on building an amazing life.

Well folks, it's been a busy summer for us but we're back at it.  We've been following changes in student loans for several years now and there has been a big update in one critical aspect. The U.S. Department of Education has just announced that they are in the process of updating the Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program.  These updates are a big deal.  Anyone with a federal student loan and is working in a public sector job is going to want to listen to this.

Hello and welcome to Between the Fire and Grind.  On today's episode Adrienne and I discuss the complexities of student loans and their repayment.  It is a complex topic, one that Adrienne has been helping people through for nearly 15 years.  If you have a question about your student loans, give us a call.

Join us as we talk about tiny houses, off-grid living, frugality, and family with Harrison and Stephanie Escobar.  These two crazy hipsters have lived a life many only dream about, and are here to tell their tale.  It is two parts inspiration and three parts determination.  I hope you enjoy it...we certainly did.

Join the Clear Insight Team as we talk with CJ Meldahl the Executive Director of People Who Care in Prescott, AZ. We tackle a particularly challenging topic...aging in place. At some point, we will all have to address the unique considerations of aging and aging in place. Today Adrienne and CJ discuss what you can do to help yourself and your parents as they age. As always we blend live, love, and finances into this discussion. Enjoy, and if you have any specific questions about aging in place, reach out to us at Clear Insight Financial Planning, LLC. www.mycifp.comAll the best, Adrienne

Welcome to Between the Fire and the Grind. On this episode the Clear Insight Financial Planning Team is joined by Bonnie and James Arnold to discuss their preparations and evacuation from the wildfires encroaching on Portland Oregon. Bonnie and James discuss decision making and financial considerations that weighed into their decision to evacuate from Portland to Spokane. The discussion covers a wide range of preparedness planning ranging from deciding what to take and when to go to the importance of internet access for teenage boys.As always, if you have more questions on the topic, stop by www.mycifp.com and schedule a call.Be safe, Adrienne

Stories of heroes and heroines over coming great odds are not only found in storybooks. In this episode, we meet a real-life hero. Hope confronted challenges and overcame them in true heroine fashion. Her story is a powerful example for us all. With grit, determination, focus, and a bit of financial planning you can overcome any obstacle.

Many car companies are now offering long-term, low or no interest loans. Does this mean we should all jump at the opportunity to buy a new car? Like many things in financial planning...it depends. Join us as we cover some of the major considerations people might want to think about before they jump on that new car loan.

Mortgages are complex. For most of us, they represent the single most expensive purchase we will make in our lives. Many homebuyers go through the process without a full understanding of the process. On this episode the Clear Insight Financial Planning team is joined by Thanh Ly-Turnbull, a mortgage loan originator, to explain the ins and outs of getting a home loan. Thanh provides an insight into many of the intricacies of the home buying process that are not completely transparent to the average consumer.One of the key take-aways from our discussion, is the necessity to incorporate comprehensive financial planning into the mortgage process. If you are getting ready to buy a house stop buy our website and schedule a meeting to tune up your financial plan.Best Regards,AdrienneClear Insight Financial Planning, LLCwww.mycifp.com

Choosing a financial services professional whether that be a financial planner, a financial coach, or a wealth manager can be a daunting task. Selecting any one of these professionals should be thought of as starting a long-term relationship. So it’s best to get it right the first time. This task is made doubly challenging since it is often wrapped up with a significant amount of emotion. Making a sound choice is not made any easier by the myriad of titles and terms used throughout the industry. Today Adrienne attempts to add some transparency to the financial services industry by decoding many of the common titles used by financial services professionals. Along the way she gives you some helpful points to consider when choosing the right financial planner for your unique situation.For more information visit www.mycifp.com and talk to the Clear Insight Financial Planning team.If you are in the process of selecting a financial planner, check their background and disclosures on FINRA's Broker Check database...here. (https://brokercheck.finra.org/)

Join us for an in depth discussion of auto insurance with our industry insider Chris. Choosing auto insurance is an important decision for all of us, and it isn't as simple as those advertisements make it seem. Like most aspects of financial planning, there isn't a one-size-fits-all solution. Let's explore some of the finer points of choosing an auto insurance policy that fits your life.For more information drop by our website. Clear Insight Financial Planning, LLCwww.mycifp.comWe hope you are well,Adrienne and the rest of the Clear Insight Financial Planning Team

Join us today as we discuss the ins and outs of life insurance. We are joined by Chris, a long-time insurance insider, to discuss the aspects of life insurance we should all consider when making the decision between whole and term life insurance. What type of life insurance do you really need? Well it depends. Join us as we discuss the intricacies of life insurance.For more information drop by our website. Clear Insight Financial Planning, LLCwww.mycifp.comWe hope you are well,Adrienne and the rest of the Clear Insight Financial Planning Team

In this episode we check-in with Glenda in New Zealand. We cover a lot of topics in the discussion from the COVID lock down to the future financial outlook and everything in between. Come join us as we journey "down under". For more information drop by our website. Clear Insight Financial Planning, LLCwww.mycifp.comWe hope you are well,Adrienne and the rest of the Clear Insight Financial Planning Team

Join us today as we talk about some of the personal financial considerations for thriving in the current environment. The current financial situation is certainly chaotic and this chaos can increase the stress and uncertainty about our financial futures. In spite of the chaos, there are plenty of things that we all can do to ensure we are resilient in all aspects of our lives not just our stock portfolios and other investments. Between the Fire and the Grind covers life, love, and the pursuit of an extraordinary life. Adrienne has been navigating these topics in real life and with clients for nearly three decades. Adrienne brings a unique perspective to the conversation, adeptly fusing financial counseling, financial life planning, and life as a military spouse. For more information drop by our website. Clear Insight Financial Planning, LLCwww.mycifp.comWe hope you are well,Adrienne and the rest of the Clear Insight Financial Planning Team