News to Know — financial literacy

  Financial freedom is a term that is often thrown around, but many people do not fully understand what it means. Financial freedom is the ability to live the life you want without worrying about money. It means having enough money to cover your expenses and save for the future. Achieving financial freedom may seem daunting, but it is more accessible than you think.  Budgeting A budget is a plan for how you will spend your money each month. It allows you to see where your money is going and make adjustments as needed. To create a budget, start by...

Introduction Personal finance is a crucial aspect of everyone's life, but it is particularly important for minorities. Minorities by race, gender, or class have historically faced economic challenges due to factors such as discrimination, lack of access to education, and other systemic issues. These challenges make it even more important for minorities to focus on personal finances and take steps to secure a strong financial future.  The Wealth Gap One of the main reasons why minorities need empowerment in personal finance is the wealth gap. Minorities, particularly Black and Latinx individuals, have significantly less wealth than their white counterparts. This...

As February, Black History Momth, comes to a close and we transition into March, Women's History Month,  we want to recognize a few Black women who have impacted personal finance education throughout history. When it comes to personal finance and wealth building, there are many Black women who have made a big impact. Despite facing discrimination and challenges, these women have worked hard to manage their money and build wealth. Let's take a look at three amazing women who made history in the world of personal finance, and what we can learn from them.   1. Maggie Lena Walker: Maggie...

You are invited to join "Wealthy Wednesdays", a webinar series on holistic wealth building for the not-so-average young professional.  Whether you have been trying to learn about the investment space, or simply want to build something for your last name, this is the place for you. Tune in every Wednesday in January at 5 pm PST/7 pm CST/8 pm EST.  This week's topic is "Visualizing your Wealth for 2022: Asset Talk" 💎 As a BONUS, all registrants will get access to the webinar slide deck as well as an exclusive, registrant-only, Q&A session at the end! Mark your calendars and...

Are you a black owned business? Google and the US Black Chambers have collaborated to provide space for black business owners to grow and learn together. Register here for Thursday, February 25, 2021. Want further updates on resources for minority owned businesses? Subscribe to our newsletter below or connect with us on social media. Image from score.org.