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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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Investing for Parents: Save for Retirement, Avoid These Mistakes

Elizabeth Ayoola
April 22, 2022

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…

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4 Retirement Savings Strategies for Family Caregivers

Elizabeth Ayoola
April 8, 2022

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…

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Experts Share Tips on Overcoming the Disparity in Generational Wealth

Elizabeth Ayoola
Feb. 16, 2022

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…

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4 Ways to Tame Financial Stress and Save for Retirement

Elizabeth Ayoola
Feb. 16, 2022

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…

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How a Financial Therapist Can Help Shift Your Money Mindset

Elizabeth Ayoola
Jan. 7, 2022

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…

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After-Tax 401(k) Contributions: A Guide for How They Work

Elizabeth Ayoola
March 16, 2022

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…

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Passive Investing: What It Is and How It Works

Elizabeth Ayoola
March 15, 2022

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…

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Investing Checklist: Things to Do by Year-End

Elizabeth Ayoola
Dec. 15, 2021

Before saying farewell to 2021, consider implementing these end-of-the-year investing tips

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Special Needs Trust (SNT): What It Is and How to Start One 

Elizabeth Ayoola
Sept. 8, 2021

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…

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Best Custodial Accounts

Elizabeth Ayoola & Chris Davis
April 13, 2022

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.

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