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Investing Rules for Women: Get Over Your Fear
Written on 15 Mar, 2010 at 14:09 in Investing, Women of Power Articles, Women of Power Exclusives | viewed 23 times | 0 Comments
One way to get over your fear is to become familiar with the culture of investing. Another part of overcoming fear is dispelling misconceptions about investing, mainly that you need a lot of money to do it.... (Continue reading)
Food for the Journey
Written on 15 Mar, 2010 at 13:36 in Blogs, Credit & Debt, Personal Finance, Personal Finance Exclusives, Women of Power Articles, Women of Power Exclusives | viewed 96 times | 0 Comments
According to Napoleon, an army marches on its stomach. On our journey we need something just as basic to keep ourselves nourished. We need a budget. ... (Continue reading)
Lessons From Her Father
Written on 15 Mar, 2010 at 1:00 in Magazine, Magazine Features, Women of Power Articles | viewed 20 times | 0 Comments
It’s no surprise that 30-year-old Kimberly Allman has her finances in order. Her parents’ guidance dovetailed with her own financial self-discipline. It was those early influences that led to the Brooklyn, New York, resident’s credit score of 762, credit cards... (Continue reading)
Drafting a Financial Plan
Dion and Sherrunda Adkins both grew up in families that struggled financially. “In our family you work until you die,” says Dion. “People have little savings and at 65 they are still trying to make ends meet. We want to... (Continue reading)
Poll of the Week
One year ago this week, the Standard & Poor’s 500 hit a 12-year low of 672.88 as it reached its lowest point during the most recent economic recession. Since that time, the S&P 500 is up 69%. The Dow Jones... (Continue reading)
Staying on Track
Written on 25 Feb, 2010 at 9:00 in Magazine, Magazine Features, Women of Power Articles | viewed 299 times | 2 Comments
Like mother, like daughter. And that’s just fine by Dasha Lundy. Her mother taught her the importance of saving at least 10% of whatever she had.... (Continue reading)
How to Tell if You Need a Financial Planner
Written on 19 Feb, 2010 at 15:48 in Investing, Personal Finance, Wealth Building Tools & Resources | viewed 323 times | 0 Comments
Families and individuals seek out financial advisers for any number of reasons. The National Association of Personal Financial Advisors has compiled a list to help you determine whether you need professional help with your finances.... (Continue reading)
A Woman’s Guide to Money Management
Written on 1 Feb, 2010 at 11:10 in Investing, Magazine, Magazine Features, Personal Finance, Women of Power Articles | viewed 2,179 times | 6 Comments
Creating a financial plan should be on everyone’s to-do list. Financial planning is not solely for the rich, nor should it be left up to your significant other. It is important for everyone—especially women—to develop a financial plan. ... (Continue reading)
Safe Haven
Written on 1 Feb, 2010 at 10:59 in Magazine, Personal Finance, Women of Power Articles | viewed 645 times | 0 Comments
Sylvia King's financial discipline kept her afloat during tough times... (Continue reading)
Andersons Complete Year of ‘Buying Black’
The Empowerment Experiment's Anderson family discuss the successes that kept them empowered, the struggles that challenged them, and why they won’t be continuing the experiment.... (Continue reading)
