Investing for Parents: Save for Retirement, Avoid These Mistakes
One of the first times I started to panic about money was when I found out I was pregnant in 2017. I had zero dollars in an emergency fund, no…
Elizabeth Ayoola
Elizabeth Ayoola is a NerdWallet investing writer. She graduated from King's College London with a master's in environment, politics and globalization, and has over 10 years of writing experience. Her finance-related articles have appeared on platforms like MSN, Yahoo, PopSugar and Debt.com. During her free time, you can find Elizabeth writing content that teaches women how to be the best version of themselves on platforms like ESSENCE. Email: [email protected]
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4 Retirement Savings Strategies for Family Caregivers
Taking care of an older parent, a child with disabilities or a loved one with a chronic disease can affect your emotional, mental and financial health. However, being a family…
Experts Share Tips on Overcoming the Disparity in Generational Wealth
You’ve probably heard about the wealth gap and generational wealth, but here’s a number for you: There’s a $200 billion annual gap between Black and white recipients of inheritances, according…
4 Ways to Tame Financial Stress and Save for Retirement
Maybe you feel like you don’t earn enough. Or you don’t understand how investing works. Or maybe you can’t organize your finances. These are factors that can lead to financial…
How a Financial Therapist Can Help Shift Your Money Mindset
Investing your money can be an emotional affair. On one hand, you might be excited about creating financial stability and building wealth. On the other hand, you might feel some…
After-Tax 401(k) Contributions: A Guide for How They Work
If you’ve reached your 401(k) annual contribution limit, you’re probably a super saver. The good news is, if you have more retirement dollars without a home, you may be able…
Passive Investing: What It Is and How It Works
What is passive investing? To understand passive investing, think of the saying, “slow and steady wins the race.” Passive investing is a long-term strategy for building wealth by buying securities…
Investing Checklist: Things to Do by Year-End
Before saying farewell to 2021, consider implementing these end-of-the-year investing tips
Special Needs Trust (SNT): What It Is and How to Start One
What is a special needs trust? A special needs trust, also known as a “supplemental needs trust”, is an estate planning tool that enables a person with a disability or…
Best Custodial Accounts
The best custodial accounts are those that focus on what’s best for both the child and the adult account owner. Here’s what to look for.
