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For Valentine’s Day, Stop (Overspending) In the Name of Love!

The pressure is on to show you care. Before you get caught up, listen up: Love is not a legitimate excuse for irresponsible financial decisions.

Valentine’s Day is the official holiday to celebrate love. But because it’s almost exclusively a…

By Alfred Edmond, Jr.

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Earl "Butch" Graves Jr., President & CEO, Black Enterprise

Choose Wealth, Not Style

I’m sure if you’ve read my column, heard my speeches, or had the chance to…

By Earl "Butch" Graves Jr.

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Protect Your Credit During the Holidays

The holiday season is here. Before you whip out that eggnog and gear up for…

By Sheiresa Ngo

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Zaneilia Harris learned some hard money lessons (Photo by Kevin Allen)

5 Common Money Mistakes

Zaneilia A. Harris says don’t make the same error she did with your hard-earned cash

When Zaneilia A. Harris landed her first job out of college as auditor with the…

By Tamara E. Holmes

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Love & Money: Guarding Against a Spendthrift Spouse

Your guide to managing matters of finance and romance

When it comes to romantic relationships, opposites often attract. Unfortunately, that can also true when…

By Sheiresa Ngo

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Shopping Insider: Are You Addicted to Spending?

How to get the best steals and deals, for people who take their shopping seriously

Do you like to shop a little too much? Occasionally treating yourself to something…

By Sheiresa Ngo

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Are You Tired of Living Cheap?

Tips on how to prevent extreme frugality from pushing you over the edge

Depressed and worn down by constantly watching your bank account, you might have rebelled by…

By Sheiresa Ngo

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Women & Money: Beware of Self-Defeating Behaviors

How you handle financial obstacles will determine whether or not you reach your final destination

There’s no doubt that on your journey to financial independence, you are going to run…

By Patricia Stallworth

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