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Curated tools, reads, and resources recommended to clients, friends, and anyone trying to make better money moves.

Books Worth Reading

The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel - Why your behavior matters more than your bank balance.

The Art of Spending by Morgan Housel - Explores what money is actually for and how spending can align with meaning.

The Millionaire Next Door by Thomas J. Stanley & William D. Danko - Classic insights on how real wealth is built (hint: it’s not flashy).

Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki - The mindset shift many people need before building assets.

Podcasts With Trusted Voices in Finance

TBOY (The Best One Yet) – Daily business headlines, pop culture references, and smart takes.
Motley Fool Money – Market news and long-term investing insights.

Browse & Benefit: Free Money, Smart Tools, and Surprising Finds

National Registry of Unclaimed Retirement Benefits - A free resource to search for retirement accounts left behind at previous jobs.
AnnualCreditReport.com – Get your credit reports for free.
MissingMoney.com – Search for unclaimed property across multiple states at once.e
SmartAsset Investment Calculator – Run projections and see how your money can grow.
HSA Store - Know what’s eligible and how to spend it wisely (yes, even sunscreen and acne meds count).
Unclaimed Property (Missouri) - $1.5 billion in unclaimed assets! 1 in 10 Missourians have unclaimed property and the average return is $300.
Missing Money (All States) - The official unclaimed property website of the National Association of State Treasurers

Estate Planning Resources

Below you will find trusted, publicly available educational resources and tools that can support your learning and preparation.

Health Care Directive (Missouri)
Financial Power of Attorney (Missouri)
FreeWill Financial Power of Attorney (All)
Health Care Directives (All) offers guides and look-ups by state for health care directives and powers of attorney for your specific state.
Notary Public Information - Many estate planning documents require notarization. If you need access to a notary, check with your local bank or credit union, as many offer notary services at no cost to their members. Your local public library may also provide free or low-cost notary services.

*These resources are provided for informational purposes only. They are not a substitute for legal counsel, and creating legal documents should always be done with the guidance of a qualified attorney. Darling Wealth Management and LPL Financial do not provide legal or tax advice. The information and external links on this page are for educational purposes only and should not be considered legal guidance.

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