How Women Can Take Financial Responsibility

While many women have no problem cutting coupons or finding a great deal, they may lack interest in long-term financial planning. According to a 2012 Time Magazine report, “More than a third of American women are the family breadwinner, yet still tend to pass the buck on important money matters, such as investing and retirement.” […]

Men We Love: Ron Levin & Ben Kovler of Invest For Kids

“Creating and measuring impact is the name of the game,” says 34-year-old philanthropist Ben Kovler as he describes Invest For Kids (IFK), Chicago’s Investable Ideas Conference.   Kovler founded IFK with Ron Levin five years ago. Creating and measuring IFK’s impact—social, finan- cial and professional—is a labor of love for both men. Kovler, who lives […]

Socially Responsible Investing: Your Money, Your Values

If you’re like most overworked, multi-tasking mothers and wives, you try to make lifestyle choices that reflect your values. You feed your kids high-quality food. You work for an organization you believe in. You recycle and do your part to reduce your carbon footprint. So, why would you put your money into a mutual fund […]