<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Harris Financial Coaching]]></title><description><![CDATA[At Harris Financial Coaching, we can help you feel empowered and independent about your financial future by reducing confusion, pressure, and worry.]]></description><link>https://www.harriswealthcoach.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:36:31 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.harriswealthcoach.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[What Dependents Need to Know About Chapter 35 Benefits]]></title><description><![CDATA[When your dependent gets approved for Chapter 35 benefits, it can feel like a major financial relief.

For many families, that monthly payment can help cover food, books, transportation, supplies, housing needs, and other expenses that come with being in college. It can also reduce how much parents feel pressured to send each month.

It is a valuable benefit, but it also comes with rules that can affect your household budget if you do not understand them up front.]]></description><link>https://www.harriswealthcoach.com/post/chapter-35-benefits</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a14ae4a183a32d20e31af75</guid><category><![CDATA[College]]></category><category><![CDATA[Military]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 22:23:04 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_6951507231586b46354630~mv2_d_5472_3648_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Annette Harris</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Catalonia Royal Tulum Resort Tour: What They Don’t Tell You Before You Go]]></title><description><![CDATA[A resort can look beautiful online, but the real question is this: what does it actually feel like once you arrive? That is what I wanted to capture during my stay at Catalonia Royal Tulum. It is an adults-only, all-inclusive resort in Mexico’s Riviera Maya.

Catalonia Royal Tulum has a calm, tucked-away feel. 

Here is one of the first tips I would give anyone visiting this resort.]]></description><link>https://www.harriswealthcoach.com/post/catalonia-royal-tulum-resort-tour</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a14a95706ecf39e71545724</guid><category><![CDATA[Travel]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 22:03:10 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/946c9c_8e0fb976783546758302dec350f19533~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Annette Harris</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Discovering Black Joy Outdoors: How Nature Can Help You Find Financial Clarity]]></title><description><![CDATA[My daughter and I decided to unplug.

No screens. No noise. No deadlines. Just us, the trail, the trees, and enough space to breathe.

Sometimes we do not realize how much we are carrying until everything gets quiet. 

Sometimes peace begins when we pause long enough to notice what is already around us.

In Japan, this practice is called shinrin-yoku, or forest bathing.]]></description><link>https://www.harriswealthcoach.com/post/discovering-black-joy-outdoors-financial-clarity</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a14a6bfd681fe01d16904fa</guid><category><![CDATA[Personal Development]]></category><category><![CDATA[Financial Literacy]]></category><category><![CDATA[Children & Family]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 21:53:04 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/946c9c_a6a8f63420e34c57a22e0a71c52acf69~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Annette Harris</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ponce City Market: A Fun Atlanta Stop That Reminded Me Why Travel Needs Room for Discovery]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sometimes the best part of a trip is not the big-ticket attraction.

It is the place you wander into for food, then end up staying because every corner has something different to see. That was Ponce City Market for us in Atlanta.

We visited three times during our three-day trip because it was close to everything and gave us a little bit of everything: food, desserts, local shops, rooftop views, vintage finds, and easy access to the Atlanta BeltLine.]]></description><link>https://www.harriswealthcoach.com/post/ponce-city-market-a-fun-atlanta-stop-that-reminded-me-why-travel-needs-room-for-discovery</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a14a42dd681fe01d168fff4</guid><category><![CDATA[Travel]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 21:40:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/946c9c_378b1f84e8f74c8c99de0a0e6fcc9f5f~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_720,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Annette Harris</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tybee Island, Georgia on a Budget: How We Spent $500 on a Family Beach Getaway]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tybee Island is just outside historic Savannah and is known for its beaches, lighthouse, seafood, and coastal feel. The official Tybee Island visitor guide describes it as a coastal escape with several beach areas, including North Beach, Mid Beach, Back River Beach, South Beach, and Little Tybee Island.

For this trip, we spent about $500 total for a four-day getaway, and the biggest reason it worked was that we planned before we packed.]]></description><link>https://www.harriswealthcoach.com/post/tybee-island-georgia-budget-family-getaway</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a149f9fd681fe01d168f6be</guid><category><![CDATA[Travel]]></category><category><![CDATA[Children & Family]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 21:23:05 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/946c9c_c9b0947f4b29478b8ec14c1a7c6472fe~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Annette Harris</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Florida 100% P&#38;T Veterans: Your VA Check Is Not the Whole Benefit]]></title><description><![CDATA[When a veteran finally receives a 100% Permanent and Total disability rating, it can feel like the end of a long fight. The monthly VA compensation matters. It can stabilize a household, reduce financial pressure, and help a family breathe again. But for Florida veterans, that monthly payment is not the full story.]]></description><link>https://www.harriswealthcoach.com/post/florida-100-pt-veterans</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1724c603cd524d37e3ee24</guid><category><![CDATA[Military]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:44:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/946c9c_62777a9f6bfb4012b0ef174a01439380~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_719,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Annette Harris</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[6 Military Travel Discounts You May Be Leaving on the Table]]></title><description><![CDATA[Military families often know how to stretch a dollar because they have had to. Between moves, deployments, family visits, school schedules, and tight vacation windows, travel is rarely as simple as picking a destination and booking the first price that pops up.

But here is what I have learned as a veteran, military spouse, financial counselor, and someone who loves to travel: many military families are paying full price while earned benefits sit unused.]]></description><link>https://www.harriswealthcoach.com/post/military-travel-discounts</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a170fa14c995691f675626d</guid><category><![CDATA[Military]]></category><category><![CDATA[Travel]]></category><category><![CDATA[Budgeting]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2026 18:31:05 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/946c9c_9e45f234dc3745ce83e9f965f693081c~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_720,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Annette Harris</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[VA Chapter 35 Overpayment Notice. Here’s What Veterans Need to Understand Before Signing Up]]></title><description><![CDATA[Received a VA Chapter 35 overpayment notice? Learn why it happens, how DEA benefits can affect VA compensation, and what veterans should understand before enrollment.]]></description><link>https://www.harriswealthcoach.com/post/chapter-35-va-overpayment-veterans-guide</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a148b87b883334b04ea49f0</guid><category><![CDATA[Military]]></category><category><![CDATA[College]]></category><category><![CDATA[Children & Family]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2026 20:01:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/946c9c_34bfb696d61842ac81126e60c3da82e9~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_482,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Annette Harris</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unlock Your Potential with Harris Financial Coaching: Benefits of Financial Coaching]]></title><description><![CDATA[Taking control of your financial future can feel overwhelming, especially when life throws unexpected challenges your way. Whether you’re managing a household budget, planning for your family’s future, or navigating the unique financial landscape of military life, having a trusted partner to guide you can make all the difference. That’s where financial coaching steps in. ]]></description><link>https://www.harriswealthcoach.com/post/unlock-your-potential-with-harris-financial-coaching-benefits</link><guid isPermaLink="false">694a9287a1379837ba17ae06</guid><category><![CDATA[Financial Literacy]]></category><category><![CDATA[Budgeting]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 19:00:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_8127851dbf634bb18219f4d94381175f~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Annette Harris</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Your Mortgage Payment Can Increase After You Buy a Home]]></title><description><![CDATA[First time homebuyer and your mortgage payment went up? Learn how escrow works, why property taxes and homeowners insurance can raise your monthly payment after year one, and how to budget for future increases before you buy.]]></description><link>https://www.harriswealthcoach.com/post/why-your-mortgage-payment-can-increase</link><guid isPermaLink="false">694584839e93a156638d34cb</guid><category><![CDATA[Homeownership]]></category><category><![CDATA[Budgeting]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 06:14:05 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_efb3adc854344396b2b2b4ddc9ef7f69~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Annette Harris</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Where Your Tax Refund Should Go in 2026: A Simple Five-Step Plan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tax refunds can disappear quickly without a plan. Learn how to use your refund to cover essentials, reduce debt, build savings, and improve your cash flow before the April 15, 2026 deadline.]]></description><link>https://www.harriswealthcoach.com/post/where-your-tax-refund-should-go-in-2026</link><guid isPermaLink="false">697f9f0fafd4a3da351252c4</guid><category><![CDATA[Taxes]]></category><category><![CDATA[Budgeting]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 19:00:20 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/17f006a160694a76beff8708d8e4adde.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Annette Harris</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[You’ve Decided to Make a Career or Financial Change. Here’s How to Be Sure You’re Not Missing Anything]]></title><description><![CDATA[You’ve committed to a career shift, but confidence hasn’t fully settled in yet. This post explains why that’s normal, how financial alignment creates stability during career transitions, and how decision review support helps ensure your financial plan can truly carry the next step you’re preparing to take.]]></description><link>https://www.harriswealthcoach.com/post/financial-planning-for-career-transition</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69458a85278ff96e54e62b33</guid><category><![CDATA[Employment]]></category><category><![CDATA[Personal Development]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 16:09:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_7ac60dfa76e34824a2ef4835724e2040~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Annette Harris</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[From Stuck to Strategic: Turning Debt, Saving, and Investing into a Clear Plan]]></title><description><![CDATA[If your budget feels tight, your savings feel scattered, and you are unsure where investing fits, that is often the ideal time to get support. You do not need to wait until things are “perfect” to start organizing and improving your financial life.]]></description><link>https://www.harriswealthcoach.com/post/strategic-debt-saving-and-investing-plan</link><guid isPermaLink="false">693aa3d7721076fcce9c9652</guid><category><![CDATA[Budgeting]]></category><category><![CDATA[Children & Family]]></category><category><![CDATA[Military]]></category><category><![CDATA[Investing]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 13:11:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/946c9c_8abd958162d04b4ea83f00d82c9e2879~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Annette Harris</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Embracing Tradition: Using Herbs and Roots for Financial Empowerment]]></title><description><![CDATA[Herbs and roots have been used across cultural traditions as symbols of luck, protection, and prosperity. This guide shares eight options, the history behind them, and simple money coaching prompts that turn intention into action. You will also find space to add shopping links if you want tangible tools to support your practice.]]></description><link>https://www.harriswealthcoach.com/post/herbs-and-roots-that-attract-wealth-cultural-traditions</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6955d94e7fd864ff7fe2b352</guid><category><![CDATA[Financial Literacy]]></category><category><![CDATA[Budgeting]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 16:58:11 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_f3f0523435d342d7ab444b6cdc435e7b~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Annette Harris</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Low-Stress Finance Jobs to Enter in 2026: Real Paths to Wealth Without Burnout]]></title><description><![CDATA[Explore low-stress, high-paying finance jobs to pursue in 2026. Discover careers that balance income, flexibility, and peace of mind for lasting financial freedom.]]></description><link>https://www.harriswealthcoach.com/post/low-stress-finance-jobs-2026</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68ebcf1ed9148378f5d9d478</guid><category><![CDATA[Employment]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 06:41:03 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/201768ceae6943b7a96cb032647d432c.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Annette Harris</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Missing Piece in Many Financial Plans: Family Conversations About Inheritance]]></title><description><![CDATA[Inheritance discussions are often avoided, but silence creates confusion and conflict. Learn how to start simple family conversations that strengthen any financial plan.]]></description><link>https://www.harriswealthcoach.com/post/inheritance-conversations-family-financial-planning</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6975232816ee2e05645d81f0</guid><category><![CDATA[Financial Literacy]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2026 10:25:04 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_bf327ebcf7e84d878a065a3b1b28e6df~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Steven Bowles</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is Losing Money Bad Luck? A Practical Explanation and a Two-Week Reset]]></title><description><![CDATA[If it feels like money keeps slipping away, this post explains the most common real world causes and gives you a two week reset plan to stop leaks, regain control, and rebuild momentum.]]></description><link>https://www.harriswealthcoach.com/post/is-losing-money-bad-luck-two-week-reset</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6956b08add9c59302c36f99b</guid><category><![CDATA[Budgeting]]></category><category><![CDATA[Financial Literacy]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2026 08:28:04 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_66d1a55d6ac94791959172ec829d1c41~mv2_d_3648_3648_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Annette Harris</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Confidence Doesn’t Come From the Decision. It Comes From the Plan Behind It]]></title><description><![CDATA[You’ve committed to a career shift, but confidence hasn’t fully settled in yet. This post explains why that’s normal, how financial alignment creates stability during career transitions, and how decision review support helps ensure your financial plan can truly carry the next step you’re preparing to take.]]></description><link>https://www.harriswealthcoach.com/post/confidence-comes-from-the-plan-not-the-decision</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69458bc69e93a156638d4708</guid><category><![CDATA[Employment]]></category><category><![CDATA[Personal Development]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2025 20:23:04 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/946c9c_068b8192e9414e5d81faaf63fcb2397f~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Annette Harris</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[From Paycheck to Purpose: How to Build a Financially Fulfilling Career Without Burning Out]]></title><description><![CDATA[As we enter 2026, many professionals are rethinking what success really means. In this month’s feature, Annette Harris shares how to turn your paycheck into purpose, balancing financial goals with fulfillment and peace of mind. Discover how small shifts in your career and money habits can lead to a more intentional, rewarding life.]]></description><link>https://www.harriswealthcoach.com/post/from-paycheck-to-purpose-financially-fulfilling-career-2026</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69075844064f940c713fb95b</guid><category><![CDATA[Employment]]></category><category><![CDATA[Personal Development]]></category><category><![CDATA[Financial Literacy]]></category><category><![CDATA[Budgeting]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2025 10:46:02 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_a56f90b8172d42c5a8d0a8cf5a5a30a3~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Annette Harris</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Navigating Black Friday: Your Guide to Smart Shopping]]></title><description><![CDATA[Well, it's officially that time of year—the holiday shopping season. For many, this means one thing: Black Friday. It's easy to get caught up in steep discounts and flash sales. But let's take a step back and ask: Is Black Friday really the "deal" it's marketed as?]]></description><link>https://www.harriswealthcoach.com/post/black-friday-the-finance-wake-up-call</link><guid isPermaLink="false">691efe0a9e2226b1d41afffe</guid><category><![CDATA[Budgeting]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2025 00:05:19 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_86fc5bc99ec8406aab1faad787d85df5~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Oryna Shestakova</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>