Going the Long Distance: The Keys to Love & Money that Last

It started like scene from a romance novel. I sat across a conference table from my soon to be sweetheart…eyes sparkling, heart fluttering. A business meeting that turned personal. After several emails and texts, we began the formal courting process. I knew he traveled a lot but didn’t make much of it. Over the phone

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4 Ways that Black Women Can Keep Family Members from Borrowing Money

One of the unspoken reasons that black women can’t save is because we have unofficially been identified as the family ATM. With all too many of us embracing the “Superwoman to All But Herself” role in many a circle, we are judged by our ability to please others quickly, please others often, and please others

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How To Maintain Good Credit During The Holidays

Its the most wonderful time of the year! Or should I play that damn Temptations Christmas Album my mom would wear out!!! LOL!!! Ahhh, those were the days. Anyway, I want to go over how to Maintain Good Credit During The Holidays and maintaining a good credit score while still shopping for gifts and such.

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I Have Superpowers. And So Do You.

I have superpowers. That’s right, bonafide, cape-wearing, extra strength superpowers that make me extraordinary. I know that I’m not supposed to talk about how fantastic I am. I’m supposed to second guess and doubt myself, worry all of the time, and focus solely on others. I’m not supposed to talk about the ways that me

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Could you survive Schizophrenia?

Imagine seeing black spots on a wall, but no one else can see them?  What if you heard someone calling your name, but you were home alone?  What if your family was trying to poison you or your friends were trying to harm, or so you thought?  This is the reality of someone who has

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What Landlords Hate To See On A Credit Report

Every day, many people are looking for an apartment, condo, or home to rent. In most cases, the landlord of the property will more than likely give you an application to fill out and charge an application fee as well. With so many people applying for the same complex or units, there are a list

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5 Simple Ways to Stay Calm and Out of Debt During the Holiday Season

The holiday season can be very stressful for a number of reasons. People may feel alone, there is more traffic than normal in the malls, and there is the pressure to buy the perfect gift. It can definitely be overwhelming, but here are some tips on how to stay calm, maintain your sanity, and actually

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How Dryel Can Simplify Your Mornings

I know that I am not the only one that gets in their emotions when the sun sets early and the weather starts to get frigid and evil. Sidenote: The older I get, the more I identify with Blanche, Rose, and Dorothy from The Golden Girls. I was watching some reruns the other day and

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Jars of Gratitude this Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday. With tons of great food, good conversation, and laughter I am always thankful for a full belly and a smile on my face by the end of the night. But not everyone gets excited about Thanksgiving or the holiday season. Trouble with finances, ended relationships, death, challenging family situations, and

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Be thankful for the good, bad and the ugly

FREE QUIZ: Learn how your emotions impact your financial future. At some point over the next day or so, you will think about what you are most thankful for this holiday season.  While this a good practice, sometimes we think more about what we don’t have or what we currently need. When we are struggling

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