Experiencing stress is a part of being human. We need some pressure to push us, but too much can lead to anxiety and depression. While it’s normal to feel heightened stress levels when we’re in danger, excessive strain can damage our physical health, wealth, and…
Have you ever been sexually harassed at work? If so, you’re not alone. NPR reports that 38% of women have experienced sexual harassment in the workplace. If you’ve been in this situation, you may not have known how to react. It’s a confusing, complicated time…
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This review of Barbara Huson’s book, Rewire for Wealth – Three Steps Any Woman Can Take To Program Her Brain For Financial Success – is by Vicki, co-founder of Women Who Money and Women’s Money Talk. Formerly Barabara Stanny, Barbara Huson is a money and…
Personal finance management information is everywhere. You can read about how to manage your money almost anywhere on the internet these days. They write books about it. In fact, a lot of them are best sellers. If the opportunity to learn how to manage your…
Is now the best time to buy a home? How much can you afford to spend on a house? Do you have enough for a down payment? Where do you want to live? If you’re thinking about buying a home, it makes sense to get…
It’s 2020; old age is looming closer, accompanied by the threat of a lackluster retirement. Of course, you’re anxious about your financial future. But you’re too busy taking care of everyone else to do anything about it. According to this study by Employee Benefit Research…
Since work is something that takes up around 40-80 of our productive hours each week, it makes sense that the way we feel about our stressful jobs affects the way we feel during our downtime. The pandemic has burdened working moms with added responsibilities at…
Although every relationship is different, all couples benefit from talking openly about handling finances in their partnership. Some couples decide to combine their finances. Others choose to keep their money separate. Both are healthy ways to manage money in a relationship – if you and…
Google Drive is an awesome tool for managing home, money or business tasks. It’s a great resource for Women Who Money! 🙂 It’s free (up to 15GB), convenient and syncs with all of your devices. Did I mention free? It’s a place to upload, create,…
My client knew that it was time to end her marriage, and she was terrified. She had no idea how much money they had, and more importantly – no access to it. She had a debit card, but it was always low on funds. More…
According to a report by Merrill, over three-quarters of parents provide financial support to their adult children. From allowing their kids to live at home to paying for their cell phone bills or even footing their student loan payments – parents are giving grown children…
Seldom does anyone get the opportunity to skate through life without having to borrow money. Of course, many people borrow money to buy a house or a new car. But the kind of borrowing we’re referring to is the use of credit cards or personal…
Women Who Money was created to provide trustworthy personal finance information for women (and men!). We write articles on topics that help our readers understand financial concepts, make smarter moves with their money, and become more financially healthy. Money and relationships is a topic we…
As cliche as it may sound, life is hard. You’re constantly juggling competing demands in everyday life and, sometimes, unfortunately, you’re faced with emotionally challenging situations. You know you can’t be at your best when you run yourself ragged. So, to prevent burnout and other…
It’s no secret many people eventually encounter difficulties dealing with their finances. In some cases, it’s a matter of poor borrowing habits and improper money mismanagement. But other times, people fall victim to circumstances beyond their control and wind up needing money through no fault…
Have an unexpected expense? Between jobs? Don’t have quite enough money saved for a down payment on a home? Whatever the reason, if you’re in a tight financial situation, you might consider borrowing money from family or friends. But should you borrow money from friends…
What’s most important to you? What do you value most in life? Do your actions each day line up with what you say matters most to you? Do you spend your time and money in ways that support your values? Whether you realize it or…
You probably didn’t stress out about money as a kid. If you got an allowance, earned money, or received cash as a gift, it usually meant you could buy something you wanted. Even if your parents made you save part of it or set aside…
Note: This post may contain triggers for those who have been in abusive relationships or been through sexual assault. What is Financial Abuse? Financial abuse is when the person ‘in power’ – the abuser – controls their victim’s access to money, including: Controlling their spending…
Divorce affects people on every level – mentally, physically, emotionally, and even socially. Financially, it has the potential to be a complete disaster as it’s not difficult to make mistakes. Financial mistakes women make when going through a divorce include: Focusing too much on small…
If you’re struggling in the paycheck to paycheck cycle or have financial goals you can’t prioritize or stay motivated to meet, a SmartPath financial coach could be your answer. Financial coaches empower clients to save more, pay down debt, and improve their credit scores. They…
At some point in your life, you may fall on hard financial times and be unable to pay your bills. Despite your struggles, your creditors still want to get paid. They’ll likely employ a series of tactics called debt collection to get their money from…
If you’ve asked yourself how you’ll save for retirement while also financially helping your kids and parents, you’re not alone. A few years ago, the Pew Research Center reported that almost half of all adults in their 40’s or 50’s were either raising a child…
As you navigate day-to-day life, you face plenty of challenges. Dealing with issues at work, at home, or with personal situations can be a real struggle. Another thing you might find difficult is accepting responsibility for your happiness and success. While you do plenty of…
You get an acceptance letter from your “reach” college. You land your dream job. Your annual review is glowing. You ace a challenging certification exam. You get a promotion at work. Your small business is thriving. These are all examples of times when you should…
You landed your dream job but it’s turned into a nightmare because of a difficult colleague in the office. You’ve been a happy employee for years and a new hire is now causing you more stress than you deserve. Maybe you’re re-thinking your whole career…