In Episode #19 of the Intentional Wealth podcast, host Amy Braun-Bostich is joined by Cassandra Kirby, CFP®, EA, COO, CCO, and Private Wealth Advisor at Braun-Bostich & Associates, for an eye-opening discussion on avoiding cyber scams. As cyber-attacks and data breaches become increasingly common, Amy and Cassandra explore the warning signs that your security may have been compromised and share practical steps to protect your financial life. They reinforce that cyber scams can happen to anyone, regardless of age or experience, and that vigilance and preparation are key to staying safe.

Discover how to recognize red flags, such as unauthorized or unusual small charges that may indicate a hacker is testing your accounts. Understand the importance of setting up text and email alerts for your financial accounts, creating verbal passwords for added security, and shredding sensitive documents to prevent identity theft.

In Episode #18 of Intentional Wealth, released during Mental Health Awareness Month, host Amy Braun-Bostich explores the powerful connection between mental health and financial well-being. With 2024 reported as one of the most financially stressful years for Americans, Amy dives into recent surveys and expert insights revealing how financial pressures can impact mental health, and vice versa.

Discover why nearly half of Americans are experiencing unprecedented financial stress, the unhealthy coping mechanisms many adopt, and practical strategies for building resilience through financial literacy, accountability, and support.

In Episode #17 of Intentional Wealth, host Amy Braun-Bostich is joined by Athena Petrolias, Operations Manager at Food Helpers, a nonprofit organization dedicated to fighting food insecurity in Washington County, Pennsylvania.

Athena shares insights into the organization’s efforts to provide supplemental food, nutrition education, and socioeconomic resources to families in need. After listening, if you’d like to know more, you can visit the Food Helpers website.