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Women have unique finance needs TopiSc include budgeting, saving, investing, saying no, empowering y
Check out this book on finance written by women for women Financial Essentials for Women by Women supports women to find ways to...
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Feb 4, 20231 min read


Comparing college costs. The line at the bottom of the financial aid statement is not where to start
Comparing college costs is not as straightforward as reading the financial aid award. College financial aid offers do not differentiate...
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Jan 28, 20231 min read


Do you know there are money market funds that yield 4%?
While many banks pay a very small interest rate on cash accounts, you can find money market funds that currently pay approximately 4%...
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Jan 27, 20231 min read


Budgeting helps you get a better handle on your money
We all could use a little guidance when it comes to reducing our “optional” spending. See what Sylvia did in her budget. Sylvia was...
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Jan 23, 20232 min read


Achieve Financial Literacy. Guides for Teens, Parents and Adults
Our books, posts and blogs focus on helping children and adults achieve financial literacy. Raising Financially Independent Children...
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Jan 20, 20232 min read


Learn basic finance concepts for you and your children
What does financial independence mean: • Feeling comfortable with money • Being able to make trade offs • Being able to...
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Jan 17, 20232 min read


Women can do anything they set their mind to
Many women are held back by stereotypes or parental role models that make them believe that women cannot do certain task This is not...
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Jan 15, 20231 min read


What should you and your high school senior consider when planning for college?
What is the cost of college after non-loan financial aid? How long on average does it take to complete the degree? Does your teen have...
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Jan 13, 20231 min read


Do you know why it is important to starting saving for retirement NOW?
The power of compounding means that every extra year that your money is invested can have a big impact on the total that you will have...
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Jan 2, 20231 min read


START THE NEW YEAR OFF RIGHT- IMPROVE YOUR PATH TO FINANCIAL INDEPENDENCE
§ Have a budget in place § Increase your savings rate § Have a plan for retirement § Teach your children the value of money § ...
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Dec 28, 20221 min read


Smart Women, Smart Money, Understanding How Money Works for Your Family
Why Do Women Need to Understand Their Finances? By managing your money, you can help to ensure that you and your family are on a sound...
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Dec 24, 20222 min read


Budgets and Bills Move from paycheck to paycheck to saving for a goal
Budgets and Bills Move from paycheck to paycheck to saving for a goal You may be spending all of your paycheck each month and you are...
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Dec 23, 20222 min read


NEW YEARS RESOLUTIONS FOR YOU AND YOUR CHILDREN IMPROVE YOUR PATH TO FINANCIAL INDEPENDENCE
§ Teach your children to have a budget or a plan § Have a savings plan for every member of the family § Teach your children the value...
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Dec 21, 20221 min read


ATTENTION HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS AND THEIR PARENTS
ATTENTION HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS AND THEIR PARENTS There are many factors to consider preparing to send your child off to college. Some...
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Dec 18, 20221 min read


Make budgeting your New Year’s resolution Budgeting helps you get a better handle on your money.
We all could use a little guidance when it comes to reducing our “optional” spending. See what Sylvia did in her budget. Sylvia was...
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Dec 16, 20222 min read


How can you avoid those temper tantrums?
Delayed gratification is learning that you may have to wait for something you want. This happens when a child wants something from their...
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Dec 11, 20221 min read


College financial aid offers- Be careful when comparing
The cost of college is not the number you see on the financial aid award. Many people just look at the bottom line when they see a...
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Dec 10, 20221 min read


Money smart kids make good choices
Money-smart kids make good choices You can start teaching your child to make choices as early as 3, In the story below Jane was 8 and he...
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Dec 6, 20222 min read


? Learn how to create a budget that brings your dreams into reality.
Are you paying interest on your credit cards? Learn how to create a budget that brings your dreams into reality. Creating a budget may...
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Dec 4, 20221 min read
Budgeting helps you get a better handle on your money
We all could use a little guidance when it comes to reducing our “optional” spending. See what Sylvia did in her budget. Sylvia was...
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Dec 1, 20222 min read
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