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 wealth coach, speaker and workshop facilitator, and bestselling author. On […]
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How a CPA Got Into Massive Amounts of Debt [and what she did about it]
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 finances is so accessible, why are North American household debt […]
Common Home Buying Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
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 right from the beginning. A home is one of […]
Why Gen X Women are anxious about their finances [+ How to cultivate financial power]
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 Institute, members of Generation X feel less confident about retirement […]
Should I Quit My Job if it Stresses Me Out?
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 home, like managing kids’ schooling. A recent study by WerkLabs […]
Hiding Money from Your Spouse/Partner – Is it ever okay?
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 your partner agree. It’s one thing if you and your […]
Organize Your Google Drive with these Easy Steps!
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, organize, share, and store all of your electronic files. It’s […]
How to Get Out of a Financially Abusive Relationship
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 than once, she had to call her spouse from the […]
Should You Financially Support Your Adult Children?
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 bill or even footing their student loan payment – parents are giving grown children more money than ever before. The study reveals parents in […]
What Are My Options if I Need to Borrow Money?
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 loans to cover monthly cash shortages and emergencies. If you […]
How Can I Find Financial Bliss with My Partner?
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 write about a lot because financial challenges can impact how […]
Budget-Friendly Self-Care Ideas for Your Wellbeing
15+ Budget-Conscious Self-Care Options As cliche as it may sound, life’s hard. You’re constantly juggling competing demands 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 mental health concerns, you must practice regular self-care – especially […]
Predatory Loans: What are they and how do I avoid them?
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 of their own. When they can’t pay bills and creditors […]
Should You Borrow Money From Friends or Family?
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 or family? There’s more than money to consider before you […]
Using Your Values to Make the Best Money Decisions
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 not, your bank and credit card statements tell a lot […]
Are My Financial Fears Common? [Overcome 17 money worries]
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 money to donate to others, spending money was exciting and […]
Financial Abuse: How do you identify it and who can help? [Resources and Hotlines]
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 Stealing their money, credit, property, or identity Denying them access […]
How Can You Avoid Financial Mistakes in a Divorce?
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 details Thinking short-term Denying poor financial habits Seeking revenge Relying […]
SmartPath: A sales-free digital financial coaching program
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 provide straightforward steps to help you master budgeting, pay off […]
How Does the Debt Collection Process Work?
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 you. This process may involve constant (potentially harassing) communication from […]
Saving for Retirement While Helping Kids & Parents
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 or supporting a grown child, while also helping a parent […]
Why Is Adopting an Abundance Mindset Important?
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 things right, you may not realize you’re setting up barriers […]
What is Impostor Syndrome and Can it Affect My Finances?
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 feel excitement and pride for your hard work, dedication, and […]
What is the Best Way to Handle a Difficult Work Colleague?
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 after taking time off because of a situation with a […]
Retail Therapy: Is emotional spending ever a good idea?
Whether you believe that money can buy happiness or not, research shows shopping can improve your mood. And while it might only be a temporary fix for some, emotional spending isn’t always a wrong financial move. Plenty of people use retail therapy when they are upset about something at work, sad about a relationship ending, […]
