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Live Richly is designed to empower individuals like you to make informed financial decisions and create a rich life through practical knowledge, expert insights, and actionable tips.

At Live Richly Blog, we believe that true wealth extends far beyond monetary success. It encompasses all aspects of your life, including personal growth, fulfillment, and overall well-being. Our mission is to guide you on a transformative journey towards financial freedom, happiness, and a purpose-driven existence.

Meet Kathleen

Kathleen, “The Finance Fairy” McDowell is quickly becoming a favorite personal financial educator.

A former Fortune 500 corporate executive turned money coach and a passionate advocate of the power of financial literacy.

She is the founder of LIVE RICHLY, an ATLAS to lead people to personal financial freedom that has helped people worldwide achieve their financial and lifestyle goals.

Kathleen McDowell
Author, Educator, Financial Coach

Kathleen McDowell, the founder of Live Richly, is a passionate advocate for financial literacy. She flipped from selling credit cards for global banks to helping people avoid and dig out of credit card debt!

With an education in business and psychology plus 30+ years of expertise in finance, and investing, Kathleen helps people identify the beliefs that are holding them back, so they can move forward confidently.

She educates and empowers readers to examine their past money behavior, break free and take control of their finances to invest for their future. 

The Live Richly step-by-step approach to saving and investing inspires individuals and families to make intentional choices aligned with their lifestyle goals. 

The Live Richly Atlas guides them on their journey to a wealthier, happier, and more fulfilled life.

Kathleen believes that everyone deserves to Live Richly, and that the key is financial education and money management along with an atlas on how to dream, design, plan, and experience their rich life.

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