Make Time for Self-Care
As the season of love (February) has wound down, I find myself thinking about all the ways we put ourselves out there for others while...
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Ella Taylor
Jan 191 min read
Making an Impact
Here at Ella Financial Advising, we are climate conscious and passionate about the environment! We work with clients who are the same, so...
Ella Taylor
Dec 15, 20232 min read
California Takes On Big Oil
As you all well know, one of our biggest focuses here at Ella Financial Advising is protecting our climate. We have multiple clients...
Cindy Lamar
Nov 8, 20234 min read
You Are What You Eat And Invest In
During November and December, people—especially in America—have an increased focus on food. It is harvest season in many regions, and the...
Elizabeth Taylor
Oct 12, 20234 min read
The War on ESG
This month, we're talking about ESG (environmental, social, and governance) investing. As you all know, the environment is very important...
Ella Taylor
Sep 15, 20232 min read
Alternative Investment Options: Impact Investing
This month, we’re talking about investments and how your money can be used in ways that support people and planet. Most people think that...
Cindy Lamar
Aug 4, 20233 min read
The Shark-ing Truth by Cindy Lamar
We love Shark Week so much we're doing a Shark Month! At Ella Financial Advising, we're fascinated by sharks, but we also value wildlife...
Ella Taylor
Jul 13, 20233 min read
Ideas for Sustainable Baby Care
Here at Ella Financial Advising, we have babies on the brain! As many of you know, my wife, Morgan, and I welcomed a beautiful baby girl...
Cindy Lamar
Jun 9, 20232 min read
Why It Is Important to Support LGBTQIA+ Organizations
Post by special guest: Cindy Lamar Parades, parties, and drag shows - Oh my! Roads across America will become yellow-bricked— as well as...
Ella Taylor
May 10, 20233 min read
The Impacts of Gardening & Eating Locally
Did you know there are environmental benefits to eating locally? The term “locavore” refers to people who try to choose locally grown or...
Cindy Lamar
Apr 1, 20234 min read
Don't Get Fooled!
It's April Fool's Day, so we thought we'd talk a little bit about financial scams and how to protect yourself. Our friend, Cindy Lamar,...
Ella Taylor
Mar 16, 20232 min read
Thoughts on SVB
We were going to do a completely different blog post, but since many of our clients reached out about the bank failure, we decided to...
Ella Taylor
Feb 28, 20232 min read
Making Charitable Donations With Your Partner
It's the season of love. And when we at Ella Financial Advising think about love, we think about giving with our partner(s). Sometimes...
Ella Taylor
Jan 20, 20232 min read
Overwhelmed by New Year's Resolutions?
As the new year begins, many of us get overzealous with our resolutions or the number of changes we want to make in the upcoming year....
Nicolette Beck
Dec 8, 20223 min read
Quick Guide to Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act and Why It’s Really a Save-the–Climate Act!
The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) is a truly historic accomplishment toward saving the planet, making our economy more localized and...
Ella Taylor
Nov 18, 20223 min read
Vegetarianism and Climate Change
As you may or may not know, my wife and I are vegetarians. While I'm an animal lover, I mostly made the choice because of my passion for...
Ella Taylor
Oct 14, 20222 min read
Wildfires and Climate Change
Living in the Bay Area, I am acutely aware of wildfires, and I feel like there have been more with each passing year. It's frightening...
Nicolette Beck
Sep 28, 20223 min read
A Quick Guide to the Red Tide: Harmful Algae Blooms in the SF Bay
by Nicolette Beck, Philanthropic Advisor You may have heard the news this summer of toxic red algae blooms in the SF Bay. You may have...
Ella Taylor
Sep 16, 20222 min read
The Lake Merritt Disaster & How Humans Mess Up the Environment
Recently, I was out taking a walk around Lake Merritt, and I was thrilled to see stingrays. I don't often see them in the lake, so it...
Ella Taylor
Aug 18, 20223 min read
Preparing for Postsecondary Education
It's funny the way life turns out. If you had asked me when I was younger if I would have worked in finance, I'd have laughed and said,...
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