In today’s housing climate, many individuals and families are contemplating the transition from renting an apartment to owning a house. Here’s a guide to help navigate this significant life change.
It’s that time of the year when we celebrate powerful women across Houston! The d-mars team wants to invite you to this year’s Top 30 Influential Women of Houston Awards, which is happening on August 23. The Top 30 Women sponsor an annual gala, which is devoted to acknowledging leaders from all industries and sectors,…
Financial independence is important to 67% of Americans, though nearly a quarter (24%) say they haven’t yet achieved it, according to new research from Empower, a leader in financial planning, investing, and advice. The definition of “making it” financially varies among spenders and savers, though many equate it with resilience and independence: 44% of Americans…
Recent changes to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) designed to simplify the process have led to unforeseen hiccups and technical glitches, causing academic institutions to delay sending out financial aid award letters. However, once you finally get the results, it can give your family a better idea of what to do next.
The Texas Women’s Empowerment Foundation (TWEF), along with its founder and visionary leader, Deavra Daughtry and Reggie Van Lee, a philanthropist, successful business executive and arts advocate, will host the 20th Annual International Women’s Leadership Summit featuring renowned supermodel and business leader Tyra Banks on April 22 at Hotel ZaZa – Museum District. The summit…
The Texas Women’s Empowerment Foundation (TWEF), along with its founder and visionary leader, Deavra Daughtry and Reggie Van Lee, will host the 20th Annual International Women’s Leadership Summit featuring renowned supermodel and business leader Tyra Banks on April 22 at Hotel ZaZa – Museum District.
While your path to building wealth should be tailored to your circumstances, this three-pronged approach can help you plan for a stable financial future.
Make your new attempts at reaching your goals different by utilizing apps to stay on track.
Whether you own or rent the place you call home, ensuring that it’s energy efficient can help you save money, increase your comfort and contribute to improved indoor air quality. It’s also better for the planet.
If financial hardship has put you at risk of missing a mortgage payment, you should familiarize yourself with the relief options available to you and be prepared to act quickly.
As you file your taxes, you may be wondering how a successful tax plan can help you reach your financial goals, whether you’re filing taxes for the first time as a young professional or approaching retirement.
Despite the increasing opportunities for female entrepreneurs, women-owned businesses remain a minority and women encounter numerous obstacles when embarking on the entrepreneurial journey.
Becoming a financial planner offers both financial rewards and the chance to help others. Whether you’re a recent graduate exploring your career path or a mid-career professional seeking change, this growing profession may be the right fit for you.
Michael Liersch, head of Advice and Planning at Wells Fargo’s Wealth & Investment Management division, stresses the need to foster open conversations about financial decision-making.
A recent Forbes study revealed only about one-quarter of adults nearing retirement have seriously considered getting long-term care insurance or a savings account dedicated to long-term care expenses.
If you recently received your 2023 W2, you may have realized how much money you should have been putting to work to accomplish your savings goals. Ouch, right? No need to stress though — now’s the perfect time to make your hard-earned money hustle for you.
While contributing to a worthwhile cause is a common aspiration, actually doing so right now may feel unrealistic if you’re struggling with your own finances.
Financial planning was once thought of as a male-dominated industry, but that’s quickly changing. The number of women getting their CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certification is growing year over year — and for good reason: The benefits of entering this field as a woman are numerous.
Embarking on the journey to the first $1 million is often considered the toughest, as per an age-old investment saying. However, navigating the challenges of $100 million introduces its own set of complexities. Enter R360, a distinctive group dedicated to aiding ultrahigh-net-worth individuals and their families in realizing their fullest potential. Picture this: a vibrant…
“My role is to guide people through the process of cultivating and owning a successful tax service.” In the heart of Houston, communities grappling with low-income, and poverty face distinctive challenges during tax season. Filing taxes and securing refunds becomes a formidable task due to limited access to financial resources and professional assistance. Residents in…