Molly Parent and Stephen Sparks Buy Point Reyes Books
We ask booksellers Molly Parent and Stephen Sparks seven questions for our February Q&A.
What You Need to Know About Preserving Your Wealth
You’ve probably heard the saying, “From shirtsleeves to shirtsleeves in three generations.” The old adage is a pithy commentary on how difficult it is to pass wealth from one generation to the next. “The first generation makes the money, the second generation ‘caretakes’ it and the third generation spends it,” says Patrick Renn, founder and president […]
10 Socially Responsible Exchange-Traded Funds for Impact Investors
If you’ve decided that you want to put your money into companies that conduct business in accordance with your values, the next step is figuring out which stocks to invest in. So-called impact investing or socially responsible investing has been gaining traction in recent decades as investors increasingly realize that they don’t have to compromise […]
Founding Moms’ Jill Salzman on What It Takes to Become a Successful ‘Mompreneur’
If you have kids and you’d like to launch your own business, then you need to know Jill Salzman, the Chicago mom and entrepreneur who started The Founding Moms, a unique networking organization that provides resources for small business owners. The idea behind the group is to connect so-called “mompreneurs” (women who are actively juggling […]
Everything You Need to Know About 2016’s Top Chicago Women in Science
It’s become more important than ever to make sure the world knows how many incredible women are making groundbreaking contributions across the globe in just about every field imaginable. One area where women have really come to the forefront in recent years: science. If the achievements and advances made by these inspiring Chicago-area women weren’t […]
Don’t Leave This Gift From Grand Geneva Resort & Spa Off Your Holiday List
You’re about to meet one of the Midwest’s most versatile gifts. Buying it is simple and stress-free. It can fit in your wallet. And it takes care of two people on your list. That gift is a gift card at Grand Geneva Resort & Spa in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. Someone special in your life can […]
Now Hiring: Full-Time Assistant Digital Editor
THIS POSITION HAS BEEN FILLED Make It Better is hiring a full-time Assistant Digital Editor. As the Assistant Digital Editor, you will work closely with the Editor in Chief and Managing Editor. Responsibilities Produce and edit online content via our CMS Produce our bi-weekly e-newsletter, the Better Letter Write New in Town, Celebrations, Better Makers […]
Year-End Tax Planning: Get More Bang for Your Charitable Buck
During this season of giving, many take the opportunity to make annual gifts to deserving nonprofits. Here’s what you need to know about the tax implications of your charitable donations. When it comes to charitable giving, Americans are generous, donating hard cash, appreciated stock, even art. Last year, we collectively gave a record-setting $375.25 billion […]
7 Cars That Can Roll Over a Chicago Winter
Winter is coming, and with it, a swath of truly revolting weather. From freezing rain to blizzards to mountains of slush that refuse to melt until June, nobody can say that Chicago is an enjoyable place to live, work or drive in the winter. Luckily, there are some new cars on the market that can […]
10 Ways Millennials Are Smarter About Money Than Their Parents
Millennials endure a lot of negative press. Born between 1980 and 2000, millennials were the first generation to be “helicopter-parented” and the first to grow up in the digital age, where almost anything can be accessed in a few clicks. As a result, members of the so-called “Generation Me” are often labeled narcissistic and entitled. […]
