09/06/2026
This week I've talked a lot about trade-offs, because they're a huge part of financial planning.
Most people aren't short on goals, they're short on time, money, or both.
I often remind clients that you can have almost anything, just not everything at the same time.
For most people, financial planning isn't about deciding what they can never do, it's about deciding what happens first.
A common example is wanting to upgrade your home while also planning to start a family. Both are great goals. The challenge is that upgrading your home usually means taking on more debt, while maternity leave often means a temporary reduction in income.
Does that mean the home upgrade is off the cards? Not at all. It might just mean that right now isn't the best time.
Sometimes the best financial decisions aren't about saying no, it's about understanding the bigger picture and getting the timing right.
The people who make the most progress financially aren't always the ones who earn the most. They're often the ones who are clear on their priorities and willing to make strategic trade-offs along the way.
Cara