Alice Walker, poet, activist, and Pulitzer Prize-winning author, once said, “The most common way people give up their power is by thinking they don’t have any.” During the past year, thanks to the rise of the #MeToo movement and Time’s Up, the fight to end gender-based violence and harassment has taken center stage. More than ever women […]
Sarah Sanders, White House press secretary, walks into a restaurant… Or maybe it’s Attorney General Jeff Sessions, or Steven Miller, senior advisor to POTUS. All three have been driven from dining establishments this summer because of their politics and their political associations. In June, for instance, Sarah Sanders was asked to leave the Red Hen […]
It is a difficult subject to think about, but as those we love age, some begin to experience cognitive decline, and once-routine financial tasks, like paying bills and keeping up with bank statements, can to become increasingly challenging. The onset of cognitive decline does not necessarily mean that mom and dad require full-time help, but […]
Have a family of four or more who can’t live without the internet? We break down the price, benefits, and coverage offered by the most highly regarded phone providers to help you choose the perfect plan (as painlessly as possible). Verizon The Phone Deal Currently, iPhone 8s, Xs, and other popular smartphones cost between $29.16 […]
In today’s day and age with the growth of technology, more and more people are interacting with one another online. With this surge also comes the necessity to make sure we are being careful with our personal and financial information. Cybersecurity is crucial now more than ever and it’s not just for the tech savvy […]
This April, thought leaders gathered at Make It Better’s third annual Money, Values & Impact summit to share their thoughts about how to maximize social impact without sacrificing capital gains. Convening at Chicago’s Four Seasons Hotel, the curated lineup of presenters spoke to some 170 attendees, including investors and civic leaders, about the changing landscape […]
Higher education is still one of the best investments someone can make in their future, but there is no doubt that student loan debt is hamstringing young adults for years, even decades, following graduation. In fact, the average student loan debt for a graduate in the class of 2017 was more than $39,000, according to […]
Savvy people know that doing the same thing over and over can get you the same result. These days it may not be the result one desires. Our ever-changing global economy requires a more proactive approach than ever before. As soon as affairs are left to chance for a few months or a few quarters, […]
We asked Diana Coopersmith 8 questions about ironworking in the Bay Area.
Teaching your child the importance of saving money, and how to do so, is a life lesson that will shape their financial future and lead them to financial independence. When saving becomes part of their routine at an early age, it’s a habit that will continue through all stages of life. So, consider the following […]
