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I am passionate about listening to your story, understanding your goals, and building the roadmap to get you there. My own financial journey began at age 17 when I left my parents' home to study in a new city and took full control of my budget. By age 20, I was working and became financially independent from my parents, earning my own living. This early experience taught me the foundation of personal finance long before I ever considered investing.
When I moved to the United States at 27 as an immigrant with my young family, my financial life went through a significant reset. I had to learn a lot about navigating the U.S. financial system and a new financial culture, which was very different from what I knew at home.
Elizaveta Shafir
AFC® Candidate
Along the way, I took a leap of faith to pursue a master's degree from MIT - a personal dream - while raising my kids. My tech career at Google, my experience buying a rental property, and my investments in the stock market and VC have all taught me how to tackle complex challenges and "do the math" to reach big goals, with my ultimate goal being financial independence. Having navigated life's complexities - including a divorce, raising my kids, and managing finances with my partner in a new blended family - I know that money is more than just numbers. It's a powerful tool for building a life you love, filled with financial freedom and peace of mind.
For the past six years, what began as a personal passion has grown into a platform for guiding and empowering others. I am an AFC® Candidate, actively pursuing my certification as an Accredited Financial Counselor® to ensure I provide the highest standard of guidance. I also enjoy writing about all things personal finance on my blog, where you can learn more about my story and my views on building financial freedom, and maybe also learn some useful tips and tricks. My mission is to use my unique expertise to help and empower you.