Dawn Koplitz

I have been a YNAB user since 2018 and was certified by YNAB in 2022.  My profession is American Sign Language/English interpreter.  I've been in the field for 35 years, of which, 27 years were both K-12 and community interpreting.  My husband and I have owned a few small businesses and rental properties.  This experience helped me know what types of things should be planned for.I'm a mother of three adult children, who have successfully transitioned to adulting.  In my free time, I enjoy cooking, creating seasoning mixes, gardening, and walking.  I also throw in dancing when I can.

If you've ever worked in education, you know that being able to explain a concept in multiple ways is a necessity. I can do that. If you're feeling there is sooooo much you don't understand about finances, I can teach you.  I will listen to you as you explain your goals, struggles surrounding money, and what you've tried to do in the past.  I will let you decide how you want to handle your money, and I will explain what I think the results of your decision will be.  My schedule is flexible, so we can find time to meet.

Before using YNAB, I was always afraid I'd forget to pay for something or we wouldn't have money ready for an expense.  This was a stressful feeling, and I carried it around all the time.  I now know I didn't have to live with that feeling.  Putting my expenses in YNAB has freed up all the mental energy that formally went to worrying.  Understanding your financial situation and developing a plan for your money gives you a feeling of control.  I also teach financial vocabulary and setting up/managing your budget, which will give you a feeling of empowerment.