Smart Financial Advice for Female Entrepreneurs
Although there have been some real advances for women in the workplace over the past decade, there are still challenges. One way to circumvent these challenges is to start your own business.
College Savings and Loans
According to a survey by Sallie Mae, families are under increasing pressure to take out loans to finance college. Saving for college seems like the best alternative, but there are some misconceptions about the process.
Generation X and Their Retirement
People in Generation X (those in their 30s and 40s) have solid reasons to be stressed out about their financial futures. Many are saddled with debt, have not saved as much as they should have for retirement, and perhaps were underemployed during recent economic downturns.
Women and Small Business
According to the Small Business Administration (SBA), women-owned companies are growing much faster than every other segment of new business in our economy
Financial Literacy Lessons for Your Kids
Financial Literacy Month (also known as National Financial Capability Month) is an annual event taking place in April, centered on improving Americans understanding of financial principles and practices. Here are some basic financial lessons that can be taught to our children that will be of great use to them as they grow.
Money Smart, Raising your Financial IQ
Money Smart Week was created by the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago in 2002, and is a nationwide public awareness campaign designed to help the public better manage their personal finances and increase their financial literacy. Free seminars and activities are held around the country. The week runs from April 23-30.
Women and Wealth in the United States
In the United States a substantial wealth gap exists between women and men. A study by Sociologists for Women in Society shows that the gender wealth ratio reveals economic inequalities that are masked by gender income ratios.
Making the Best of Your Financial Education
The statistics speak for themselves. Americans are woefully under-informed about their finances - especially younger folks. The financial literacy of high school students has fallen to its lowest level ever with a score of just 48.3%.