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Personal finance

Take control of your finances and learn about budgeting, saving, investing, and managing debt. Whether you're planning for retirement, saving for a major purchase, or simply looking to improve your financial habits, our contributors offer valuable insights to help you make informed decisions and reach your financial goals.

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Navigating Life After College with Five Strategies to Survive and Thrive in Adulthood

So, you’ve graduated. You tossed your cap in the air, took a million photos, and maybe even posted a heartfelt caption about "new beginnings." And then reality hit. Hard.

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Your Name's on the Invitation, But Is It on the Account?

Too many women enter marriage without fully understanding the financial dynamics of the relationship, often assuming love and trust are enough. But without financial clarity, what starts as a partnership can quickly become a silent imbalance. This article explores why every woman needs to be informed, empowered, and included in the money conversation, before saying “I do” and at every step thereafter.

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Your Relationship With Money Determines Your Success and the 7 "R" of Financial Reprogramming

Your relationship with money goes beyond budgeting and saving; it reflects your beliefs, habits, and emotional patterns around wealth.

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How to Navigate Life After College and Start Thriving in Adulthood

So, you’ve graduated. You tossed your cap in the air, took a million photos, and maybe even posted a heartfelt caption about...

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A Guide for Young Professionals on Building a Financial Safety Net

Money emergencies can feel overwhelming just ask the 40% of people who don't feel ready to handle unexpected expenses. I remember the...

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Is the American Dream Slipping Away? – The Middle Class Squeeze and What It Means for the Future

For decades, the American middle class has been the foundation of the country's economic and social stability. It has represented...

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The Science of Success and How Daily Habits Shape Your Wealth and Impact

Success isn’t accidental; it’s a direct result of the small, intentional choices we make every single day. Research shows that our habits...

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Why You Feel Like You Are Behind Financially and Why You’re Not Actually Behind

It is easy to fall into the trap of feeling like you’re lagging behind financially. You scroll through social media, see friends buying...

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Adulting 101 and the Financial Moves to Make in Your 20s That Your Future Self Will Thank You For

Your 20s can feel overwhelming when it comes to money. Between student loans, career moves, and trying to build savings, there's a lot to...

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The Formula for Getting Rich

“Hey, can you help me get rich? I want a pontoon boat, but I don’t think I can afford one,” my cousin Amy asked last month.

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12 Tips to Save Money Without Feeling Like You’re Missing Out

I used to think being frugal meant giving up all the fun stuff. I was so wrong. Here's the deal: it's all about enjoying life without...

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6 Feng Shui Myths and Misconceptions That Are Blocking Your Success

You've likely heard that Feng Shui can transform your life and enhance your health, wealth, and relationships. Yet, the tips you've tried...

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5 Tips To Help You Shift From Being A Spender To A Saver

If you are someone who spends more than you save, then here are a few tips on how you can shift your behaviors. There is nothing wrong...

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5 Steps To Disaster-Proof Your Finances

If you tune into the news, you’re going to be served up a fresh batch of financial doom and gloom stories daily.

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4 Barriers To Self-Care That Could Impact Your Finances

We all know the importance of self-care. But did you know that there are barriers to self-care that affect your well-being and finances

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Why "Saving" Can Destroy Your Finances

For the longest time, we’ve been told to save money for the future.

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Financial Intimacy – How To Mix Love And Money

Financial intimacy is where two people in a relationship are honest about their beliefs about money.

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Why More Money Isn’t Making Us Happier

For centuries, humans have debated an age-old question. No, not “what is the purpose of life?”

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How To Identify Money Blocks

Written by: Marcia N. Armstrong, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute...

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12 Ways To Get Money Smart This Holiday Season

Written by: Amber Stitt, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because...

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