40% of Americans See Financial Independence as ‘Making It’
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40% of Americans See Financial Independence as ‘Making It’

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…

Why Financial Planning Is a Great Career Option for Women
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Why Financial Planning Is a Great Career Option for Women

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.

Navigating Wealth Challenges: A Guide for Those with $100 Million
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Navigating Wealth Challenges: A Guide for Those with $100 Million

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…

How Texas Student Loan Debt Compares to Other States as Payments Resume

How Texas Student Loan Debt Compares to Other States as Payments Resume

By: d-mars.com News Provider Congress banned more extensions of the student loan payment pauses under the CARES Act in June, which means interest will begin accruing again on billions of dollars of student loan debt for Texans today. Texans had the second largest amount of total student loan debt in the country, owing $127.3 billion,…

How Informed Are You About Your 401K Plan and the Misconceptions?

How Informed Are You About Your 401K Plan and the Misconceptions?

By: d-mars.com News Provider There are several myths and misconceptions surrounding 401(k) plans, which are employer-sponsored retirement savings accounts in the United States. It’s important to clarify these misconceptions to make informed decisions about your retirement planning. Here are some common myths about 401(k) plans: Myth: I don’t need to start contributing to my 401(k)…

Black and Hispanic Households Consistently Saw Lower Cash Balances and Relative Gains During Pandemic

Black and Hispanic Households Consistently Saw Lower Cash Balances and Relative Gains During Pandemic

By: d-mars.com News Provider Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent Black and Hispanics maintained cash buffers substantially below their white and Asian counterparts. Black and Hispanic households consistently maintained lower median cash balances than their white and Asian counterparts during and post-pandemic, according to a new JPMorgan & Chase Co. comprehensive Household Pulse study….

What  Americans Don’t Understand Retirement Planning Based On a Survey

What Americans Don’t Understand Retirement Planning Based On a Survey

By: d-mars.com News Provider BrandPoint Will I be able to retire? How much do I need to save? What if I outlive those savings? Questions like these are common across America’s current working population. Whether Gen X, Millennial or Gen Z worker populations, they each have hopes for a financially secure retirement, despite current economic…

Tips to Build a Stable, Sustainable Financial Future for Your Family

Tips to Build a Stable, Sustainable Financial Future for Your Family

By: d-mars.com News Provider StatePoint Building wealth is not as easy as it sounds. It can take time, discipline and a plan to keep those dollars protected. However, if done correctly, it can provide security for your family for years to come. No matter where you are in your personal financial journey, there are steps…

Black Women Face Dire Consequences When Unemployment Rates Rise

Black Women Face Dire Consequences When Unemployment Rates Rise

By: d-mars.com News Provider NNPA, Stacy M. Brown – Newswire Senior National Correspondent According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the impact was particularly pronounced among Black women, especially those working in the public sector. In a setback to the progress made in narrowing the racial unemployment gap, an increase in joblessness among Black workers…

Comerica Bank Promotes Brandon Jones to Senior Vice President, External Affairs

Comerica Bank Promotes Brandon Jones to Senior Vice President, External Affairs

In his new role, Jones oversees Comerica’s Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) community engagement function, including External Affairs, Community Affairs and CRA Investments. Jones joined Comerica more than a decade ago, serving as a Retail Bank Manager from 2012 through 2017. He would later move to Texas Capital to serve as Assistant Vice President, helping establish…

Graduation Season is Here: Tips and Resources to Help Young Women Be More Financially Savvy

Graduation Season is Here: Tips and Resources to Help Young Women Be More Financially Savvy

By: d-mars.com News Provider BrandPoint Whether you’re graduating from high school or college, chances are you’re becoming more independent about handling your own money. While finances can be stressful, they don’t always have to be – which is why a new initiative from Secret Deodorant focuses on providing young women with access to free resources…