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The Misogyny That Keeps Women Broke
Ladies, listen up! Stop allowing yourselves to be treated like second-class citizens! More to the point: stop behaving like a second-class citizen. There’s more to women’s rights than equal pay and control over your reproductive organs. What about the fact that we, as...
What the World’s 8 Richest Men Can Teach Us About Emotions and Money
Economic inequality is a tough subject for people to resolve for themselves. And billionaires, especially the world's 8 richest men, are often seen as unsympathetic characters. So it’s no surprise an article that originated with Oxfam, titled “The World’s 8 Richest...
5 Critical Reasons to Avoid Buying Real Estate Before Marriage
It probably doesn't surprise you that there are many reasons not to buy real estate before marriage. If you're single and not in a relationship or cohabitating, this article isn't for you. But if you're considering purchasing a house with your SO, read on... The data...
How to Double Your Productivity and Grow Your Wealth
It’s December, and most of us are taking time to not only reflect on the past, but also plan for the future. As you consider your lessons from 2015 and how life will be different in 2016, one of the most important things to discover is the power of productivity. We’re...
How to Pay Less for College
Fall 2017 is less than a year away. Are you armed with strategies to pay less for college? If you want to know how to pay less for college, there are some little known secrets you should pay attention to. It’s easy to get caught up in your child’s senior year...
What the 2016 Presidential Election Will Mean for Your Investments
The big day is nearly here. The United States’ long-running 2016 election spectacle is lurching toward its final week and you have probably found yourself wondering what the 2016 Presidential election will mean for your investments and your money. After all… The...
How to Lose Money
I'm proud to say that Dr. Markowitz sits on my Investment Committee and that his significant knowledge of the financial markets contributes directly to my client portfolios. This article is adapted and re-printed, with permission. How To Lose Money by Harry Markowitz,...
6 Ways to Protect Yourself from Identity Theft
Note from Hilary: I'm happy to feature expert advice on my blog, especially on ways to protect yourself from identity theft! In this case, I've partnered with Experian, the credit reporting agency, to bring you their best advice to keep yourself, your money and your...
6 Daily Steps to Simplify Your Finances
Handling your money effectively can feel like a burden if you don’t have the right systems worked out to handle bills and other financial issues in a timely manner. Here are six fast, easy actions to help you manage your money, as well as free up some all-important...