As we close out Black History Month and reflect on the whirlwind of events shaping our world, one truth remains: I want to remind you that we CAN choose joy and luxury– no matter what the economy, the price of eggs, the pundits, or the fear-mongers are saying. Luxury is a Mindset, Not Just a Price
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As far as I’m concerned, everyday is Black History Month and Financial Literacy Month (which is in April). When I read about how amazing our ancestors were, how they endured (and overcame) such inequality, I get fired up AND pissed. It’s almost as if we’re reliving the same cycle of deliberate financial obliteration with the
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It’s easy to make excuses for why you’re not saving. “I have too much debt.” “I spend too much money.” “I live in an expensive city.” “My job doesn’t pay me enough.” Listen, do you want to hear about all the odd jobs I took on to both save money and pay off debt? I
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Hi! I’m Kara, your favorite financial friend and one of the many Black women in America that has internalized some level of dissatisfaction with their body…and has been convinced to spend money on alternating our bodies to feel worthy. Y’all, I’ve been on some type of diet since my first free consultation to Weight Watchers
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What do you need to let go of? I’m not talking about a few extra pounds or even the financial weight of credit card debt. I’m referring to the inner baggage that weighs you down and sometimes holds you hostage. If you find yourself feeling like a bag lady, then in the iconic words of
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I’ve been thinking about friendships over the past few years because there was a time when I felt that my friendships weren’t fulfilling. I didn’t have the friends that I wanted or the quality connections I needed. Sometimes friendships end due to practical reasons like when you move away. Sometimes there are internal reasons like
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Money isn’t the key to true happiness but it is the key to business success. If you’re a small business owner, this will hardly be news to you. With money in your bank account, you can build and grow your business, and beat the poor survival rate that currently exists for startups everywhere. Taking steps
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Emergencies are an inevitable part of life. Whether it’s your car, your health, or your home, emergencies can be scary and costly. There’s good news, though: An emergency fund can help you offset the cost and stress of the unexpected tremendously. All you need to do is a little bit of prep work. Regardless of
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Numbers don’t lie, but they are ill-equipped to adequately articulate the nuance of our collective wealth. The African-American money story is rooted in a fight for fairness, access to resources and restoration of our humanity. And at the heart of this story is a desire for this nation to finally make good on the material returns
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If you are planning a special event, you may need to hire a mobile bar. From garden parties to exhibitions, there are many occasions that call for you a mobile bar. This also includes marathons, birthdays, graduations, product launches, fundraisers, festivals, corporate functions, dinner parties, weddings, and much more. But, if you have never hired
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