How to recession-proof your life in 6 steps
Recessions are a natural part of our economy. They are generally unpleasant but if you’re prepared, you can ride it out. However, if you’re not ready, you can REALLY feel the pain. So it is essential to establish habits now to recession-proof your life to ride out the current one and the ones to come. […]
How to Successfully Lower Your LDL Cholesterol
Did you know there is both good and bad cholesterol? Its value is key to measuring your risk for heart disease, stroke, etc. This post will discuss all the basics regarding cholesterol, what it is, how to get it under control, and cholesterol-lowering medication. How Often is Cholesterol Checked? When you get your physical every […]
3 Steps to Deciding How Much of Your Paycheck to Save
Having savings is a given, right? However, saving is not always simple. It takes some forethought but once you have your system down pat, it’ll be so common nature that you’ll be saving without thinking about it. So here are the 3 steps to take to decide how much of your paycheck to save. How […]
Breastfeeding: What You Need to Know to Have Success
August is National Breastfeeding Month. Now breastfeeding isn’t for everyone but the goal is to give all who desire to breastfeed the education and access to do so. This means educating and empowering workplaces and communities to create breastfeeding-friendly environments for all families. When you get the news that you’re pregnant, breastfeeding benefits or challenges […]
5 Essential ETFs to have in your portfolio
What are ETFs? Before deciding what ETFs to have, you should have an understanding of what they are. An ETF is an exchange-traded fund. This is a collection of all types of investments that are packaged together for sale on the stock market. An ETF allows you to invest in an industry without having to […]
6 Reasons Why Working Out at Home is Better Than the Gym
Working out at home has several advantages over working out at the gym. You can create an effective gym set up in your home with a small or modest budget. Saves time Saves money Individualized workout space Increased performance Increased focus Your Kitchen is Steps Away 1. Saves time For some people, getting dressed and […]
How to Choose the Right Size Home for Your Budget
How much can you afford to spend on a home? That is the question that most people ask themselves when they are thinking about buying a home. It’s important to find the right size home for your budget. You don’t want to be house poor and struggle to make your mortgage payment every month. In […]
Men’s Health: How to Increase Awareness and Improve Your Well-Being
Did you know that June is Men’s Health Month? This is a time when we focus on raising awareness around men’s health and improving the well-being of men everywhere. There are many different ways that you can get involved and improve your health, but we wanted to highlight a few key points that we think […]
7 Things You Need to Know When Buying A Second Car
Whether or not your household should have more than one car is a decision one might come to when there are life changes like getting married, growing your family, getting a new job, etc. While an extra car automatically means more costs, it could be well worth it depending on your situation. Which decision is […]
Why is Caring for your Mental Health Important?
Caring for our mental health is as important as caring for our physical health. Similar to how we have preventative care and treatment for physical ailments, there is preventative care and treatment available for mental health. We all, including us black and brown folks, need to take care of our mental health. What is Mental […]
