When Life Changes, Are You Financially Ready? with Wendy Brookhouse

In this episode of Network Equals Net Worth, Dalene sits down with Wendy Brookhouse, founder and Chief Strategist of Black Star Wealth, for an important conversation about being financially prepared when life doesn't go according to plan.With nearly two decades of experience, Wendy helps professionals and entrepreneurs take control of their financial lives, cut through complexity, and make more intentional decisions about their money. As a Certified Financial Planner and Certified Value Builder, she combines financial strategy with practical guidance to help people align their finances with what matters most to them.Dalene and Wendy talk about the financial conversations many families put off, including wills, power of attorney, insurance, estate planning, and what happens when one person in a relationship has always handled the finances. Wendy explains why both partners need to understand their financial picture and how planning ahead can make an incredibly difficult time a little easier.They also discuss preparing for illness and unexpected life changes, knowing your financial end goal, and the importance of building a plan before you actually need it.The conversation comes back to networking too. Wendy shares how meaningful connections have helped her grow personally and professionally, why she values reconnecting with people, and how finding the right people in the room can lead to unexpected opportunities and collaborations.Wendy is also the author of Burn Your Budget: How to Spend Your Way to Financial Freedom, host of The Number podcast, and is regularly featured in national media for her perspective on the financial decisions that shape careers, businesses, and lives.Whether you're a business owner, part of a couple, or simply wondering if your financial affairs are truly in order, this conversation is a reminder that being prepared isn't about expecting the worst. It's about making life easier when things change.Learn more about Wendy Brookhouse:🔗 Black Star Wealth🔗 LinkedInThanks for listening! Follow us on Facebook or Connect on  Linkedin