Deepfakes, Romance Scams, and Calendar Phishing, Oh My! By Sara J. Welch Anmol Agarwal was flattered —but a little suspicious too. The telecom executive had just received a LinkedIn request from “Melissa Lambot,” a writer for Influential Women magazine looking to feature Agarwal as a “trailblazing woman” in an upcoming issue. Lambot...
The disparity in retirement savings between women and men is significant—but it can be bridged By Melanie Lockert Angela Green Urbaczewski always knew saving for retirement was important and made it a priority. But her progress got derailed after a divorce. At the time of her separation, her...
Looking to broaden your portfolio? Real estate can yield dividends and provide a hedge against a down economy. By Sheryl Nance-Nash When it comes to building your retirement portfolio, you don’t want your future resting solely on one investment vehicle. You may have a 401(k), but ideally, your...
Thinking about diversifying your portfolio beyond your 401(k)? Here are six investments to consider. By Tanisha A. Sykes In the United States, women outlive men. According to 2021 data from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the average life expectancy for women is nearly 80 years, versus almost...
Here’s how to understand the recent rise in interest rates—and navigate the impact of inflation on your pocketbook By Sheryl Nance-Nash The Federal Reserve announced a rise in interest rates in late July, after having hit the pause button in June on raising rates. The Fed also hinted...
What to consider before you press the buy button By Tanisha A. Sykes In the digital age, it’s easier than ever to invest. Today’s apps allow everyone, from neophytes to seasoned investors, to study investments, access market data, and manage portfolios. Experts say it’s never too late to...