hello darling!
Hi, we’re Z and Carlton! As a newly married Gen-Z couple, we’re on a mission to build financial freedom while staying true to our values. At 25 and 26, we’re working together to redefine what success looks like—not through the endless chase of hustle culture but by focusing on balance, gratitude, and intentional living.
Carlton brings a mix of federal and private six-figure student loan debt, while Z is exploring long-term investing and making thoughtful decisions about our resources. Together, we’re laying the groundwork for a future where financial stress doesn’t hold us back, and we can embrace opportunities that align with the life we truly want.
For Carlton, that means tackling student loans, growing a business, and leaning into gratitude. For Z, it’s about embracing joy, sharing our journey through this blog, and learning how to balance building wealth with living in the moment.
Through Building Balance and Bank, we’ll share practical tips on personal finance, investing, and spending intentionally, alongside reflections on merging money after marriage and finding balance in a world that glorifies burnout. Welcome!
