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Women Entrepreneurs On Why It’s Important To Separate Business And Personal Finances

According to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, business owners are reported to have higher income, savings, and wealth generating...

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How To Successfully Negotiate Equity When Joining A Startup

When negotiating equity at a startup, women too often leave money on the table. According to Carta’s 2024 Annual...

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Women Share The Budgeting Apps That Changed Their Finances

Looking at my bank balance used to be one of my greatest fears. I was scared of knowing how much I’d overspent and how...

By: Kanishka Nangare · 3 weeks ago

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Money Hacks To Help You Retire Early

I used to feel completely in the dark when it came to money. I didn’t know how to grow it, save it, or invest...

By: Kanishka Nangare · 4 weeks ago

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How To Navigate Student Loans In 2025

The scope of student loan repayments has unexpectedly undergone significant changes in a short time, leaving borrowers seeking clarity for student loan repayments, loan...

By: Tyerra Drake · 4 weeks ago

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How Women Are Leveraging Remote Work To Redesign Their Career Paths

Since the pandemic, remote work has been highly popular and convenient for many. People are utilizing the perks of remote work to have an...

By: Candis McDow · 1 month ago

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How To Plan Your Finances For Summer Travel

Summer is meant for sun-soaked days, open calendars, and a break from the usual hustle. But nothing kills the vibe faster than that looming...

By: IMAN M'FAH TRAORE · 1 month ago

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Get Rich Slow: How Anne Curry Built Her Real Estate Business With Patience And Purpose

Anne Curry is a real estate investor and entrepreneur who exemplifies what’s possible when passion meets perseverance. With over...

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The Impact Of Financial Stress On Women’s Health And How To Manage It

For women juggling careers, families and social lives, money pressure often shows up in ways that go beyond an...

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5 Expert-Backed Strategies To Build Long-Term Financial Health

According to a 2024 J.P. Morgan Wealth Management study, Black, Hispanic, and Latina women investors are more likely to be new to investing and...

By: Tiffany Nieslanik · 2 months ago

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6 Women Who Made The Forbes’ 2025 Billionaires List

There are 3,028 billionaires on the Forbes’ 2025 Billionaires List, with only 406 women among them, which is up from 369 in 2024. Nine...

By: Taylor Bushey · 2 months ago

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The Importance Of Credit Scores And How To Improve Yours

Whether you’re looking to purchase your first home, apply for a car loan, or secure the best interest rates, understanding your credit score is...

By: yolanda jn-baptiste · 2 months ago

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How To Start An Emergency Fund

Unexpected expenses are generally seen as an unpleasant and stressful part of life. More concerning is how quickly they can put you into debt,...

By: Marta Kargol · 2 months ago

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Overcome Debt: 6 Books Written By Women For Women To Reach Financial Freedom

Finding ways to overcome debt has become increasingly urgent, especially for women. According to a 2024 report from Lending Tree, women are more likely than...

By: Janell Hazelwood, MAOL · 2 months ago

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Leadership Lessons From Janet Truncale: Navigating EY As The First Female Big Four CEO

Janet Truncale has amassed over 30 years of experience with EY, formerly Ernst & Young, which is a multinational...

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How To Invest In Real Estate For Beginners

Investing in real estate is a great wealth-building tool that can generate passive income and create financial security. Unfortunately,...

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How Women Can Build Generational Wealth — Even If They’re Starting Late

Building generational wealth is often seen as a long-term goal, but it’s never too late for women to start, even if they feel like...

By: Taylor Bushey · 3 months ago

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Stop Slashing Your Entire Budget, Start Saving With Intent

There are millions of tips and tricks out there on how to slash your budget to grow your savings, but many of them fail...

By: IMAN M'FAH TRAORE · 3 months ago

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Highlights From The Virtual MBA + Master’s Tour Spotlight On Women In Business

The virtual MBA + Master’s Tour Spotlight on Women in Business, held March 19 via Zoom, was packed with keynote speakers, MBA admissions decision...

By: Candis McDow · 3 months ago

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The Benefits Of Ethical Investing: Building Wealth While Supporting Your Values

Ethical investing, also known as socially responsible investing, has increased rapidly in recent years. It involves selecting investments that align not only with your...

By: Taylor Bushey · 3 months ago

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4 Investing Tips To Help You Get Started Building Wealth

Financial security is a priority for women. It is about having peace of mind, knowing you do not have to worry about unexpected expenses...

By: Marta Kargol · 3 months ago

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The Debt-Free Journey: Stories From 4 Women Who Paid It Off

Debt can feel like an unavoidable part of modern life — whether it’s student loans, credit cards, or medical...

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Beyond Tulsa: Uncovering America’s Forgotten Black Wall Streets And Their Legacies Today

“Beautiful, bustling, and Black”—that was how author, attorney, and activist Hannibal B. Johnson described Tulsa, Oklahoma’s Greenwood District in...

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3 Simple Steps To Scale Your Business From Side Hustle To Full-Time

Side hustles aren’t new but have become more prevalent income streams for many, especially millennial women. With side hustles essentially becoming the norm, rideshare...

By: Candis McDow · 4 months ago

Personal Finance

How To Plan For Big Purchases Without Derailing Your Budget

With life’s unexpected events, an attractive marketing campaign, or a slight oversight in your personal financial health, it can be easy to let your...

By: Taylor Bushey · 4 months ago

Personal Finance

How To Start Building Wealth In Your 20s And 30s

Building wealth in your 20s and 30s isn’t about having a high-paying job or winning the lottery. It’s about making thoughtful, consistent decisions that...

By: Mia Barnes · 4 months ago

Personal Finance

Successful Women Share The Best Financial Advice They Have Received

I love money. It excites me, empowers me and boy, does it challenge me. As a freelancer, it also scares me: the “amount credited”...

By: Kanishka Nangare · 5 months ago

Career Advice

5 Signs It Might Be Time To Make A Career Change

Having a career can be both rewarding and consuming. Dedicating the time and energy to a career you are passionate about can either push...

By: Candis McDow · 5 months ago

Personal Finance

How To Avoid Record-High Credit Card Interest Rates And Fees

Monthly credit card statements are causing consumers ongoing stress and concern. After years of high inflation and rising interest...

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How To Refresh Your Approach To Money In 2025

The end of one year and the start of a new one is the perfect time to take a...

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Quarterly Tax Tips For Freelancers And Self-Employed

Tax season is just around the corner. For freelancers and self-employed professionals, the mere thought of preparing feels like an uphill battle. Without the...

By: Stephanie Teasley · 5 months ago

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Fintech Firm Bench Accounting Acquired By Employer.com After Abrupt Shutdown

Just days after the sudden announcement of its closure, Vancouver-based Bench Accounting announced on Monday that it has been acquired by San Francisco-based Employer.com....

By: Gillian Smith · 5 months ago

Entertainment

Cream Of The Crop: The Highest-Paid Women Olympians

As an athlete, competing in the Olympics is professionally the most renowned level you can reach. But in addition to being the best in...

By: Wanda Duncan · 6 months ago

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How To Plan Today For A Six-Figure Savings Goal

According to a recent survey by GOBankingRates, only 14% of American adults have $100K saved for their retirement and an estimated 78% have saved...

By: Taylor Bushey · 6 months ago

Finance

What You Need To Know About Filing For Bankruptcy

The Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts recently released statistics showing that although bankruptcy filings in the United States remain below historical highs, they...

By: Stephanie Teasley · 6 months ago

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How To Talk About Money With Your Children: 4 Practical Tips

Talking about money is a sensitive topic that makes many people uncomfortable. It is deeply personal and reflects our...

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5 Ways To Save Money This Christmas

Christmas is a wonderful time full of joy, warmth and togetherness. The holiday spirit inspires beautiful decorations, fun activities...

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Tips For Navigating SBA Loans for Women, Veteran And Black-Owned Businesses

You have built your business and are ready to take the next step, expanding and innovating to reach new growth potential. However, growth often...

By: Score · 7 months ago

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How Realistic Is Early Retirement For Women Millennials? 7 Things To Know

The younger generations aim to exit the workforce before they reach 60 and enjoy the rest of their lives doing the things they love...

By: Mia Barnes · 7 months ago

Finance

Report: Women Of Color Are The Top Demographic With No Savings

The data is in: Women of color are the top demographic with no savings, and one key contributor is the gender wage gap. Women,...

By: Wanda Duncan · 8 months ago

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Top 5 Ways To Go From Living Check-To-Check To Financially Free

Living paycheck to paycheck is exhausting, and if you’re ready to get off that never-ending hamster wheel, it’s time to switch things up. Whether...

By: Mia Barnes · 9 months ago

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How To Plan For Your Child’s Future College Education

When it comes to planning your child’s college education, there’s no such thing as “too early.” It’s not just about squirreling away a few...

By: Mia Barnes · 9 months ago

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How To Shift Your Money Mindset From Scarcity To Abundance

Your relationship with money goes beyond what’s in your bank account. Your mindset also shapes how you handle and...

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Plan Early: How To Start Preparing For Retirement Today

Retirement is a significant milestone in life, symbolizing the end of your working years and the beginning of a...

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Emergency Money Management: 4 Hacks To Get You Through To Your Next Payday

We’ve all been there: those times in life when it feels as if the hands of time are stealthily adding in extra days to...

By: Natalli Marie Amato · 10 months ago

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Wealth-Building Tips: Cut These 4 Habits That Lead To Overspending

We’ve all been there – you check your bank account balance and wonder, “Where did all my money go?” In today’s world of convenience...

By: Your Coffee Break · 10 months ago

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Here’s What To Consider Before Hiring A Financial Planner

Deciding when to hire a financial planner can be a crucial step toward securing your financial future. When managing your finances becomes too complex...

By: Your Coffee Break · 11 months ago

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How To Be Financially Smart While Having Summer Fun

Summer gets a reputation for being the season of excess: the days are longer and so is the list of everything we want to...

By: Natalli Marie Amato · 11 months ago

Celebrities

Insecure No More: A Look Into Issa Rae’s Net Worth And Career Achievements

Once Issa Rae stepped on the entertainment scene in 2011, fans immediately predicted that success was in her future. Jo-Issa Rae Diop, aka Issa Rae,...

By: Brittni Williams · 12 months ago