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Talking To Your Parents About Their Financial Future: Part I

by Jacoba Urist January 25, 2012

Woman and Mother

I’m in my mid-thirties and I still cringe when I think back to my mother sitting me down for “the talk” before I left for an eight-week summer teen tour across Israel. Thankfully, I’ve blocked most of it out, but I’m pretty sure there was something about using protection and her only being a collect [...]

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This Year? Plan for a Better Life…Financially

by Kat McCue January 24, 2012

Smiling woman sitting on sofa and using digital tablet

The new year is a time to take stock in what we have achieved as well as what’s left to do—or, as we at GoGirl like to put it, it’s a time for betterment. We feel strongly that everyone, no matter the age, gender, or lifestyle, is for the better by having a solid financial [...]

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Secrets That Will Increase Your Income

by Guest January 18, 2012

Secrets That Will Increase Your Income

Unfortunately for many new graduates in this economy, the chance of landing a solid, well-paying, 9-5 job is a fantasy. More likely than not, if you’re a 22-year-old like me–unless you’re lucky enough to work somewhere that doles out bonuses or overtime–your salary just isn’t cutting it. Take my situation for example: I work full-time [...]

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It’s Sexy To Be Beautiful and Money Saavy: GoGirl Event

by Sarah Chang January 13, 2012

Manisha Thakor 1

Earlier this week, we gathered together some of GoGirl’s favorite bloggers and friends at the fabulous Warren-Tricomi salon on Madison Avenue for an evening of beauty, networking, and financial health. Guests were treated to complimentary manicures and blowouts while mingling over refreshments (provided by Kelly White Burrows) in anticipation of a presentation by personal finance [...]

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Confessions of a Fashionista: Where I Find Fashion For Less

by Guest January 9, 2012

Where to find fashion for less

You know the women on The Real Housewives who simply waltz into Dior and emerge carrying four gigantic shopping bags without batting an eyelash? Well that’s not me. And in this recession it’s likely not you either. We all know far too well that in this economic environment, our fashion sense should take a backseat [...]

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Chip Away At Your Debt in 2012, Part 2: Who Should I Pay First?

by Stephanie Christensen January 4, 2012

What Debt Should I Pay First?

You probably know that you’ll need to make more than minimum payments if you have any hope of getting out of debt. But when you have a pile of credit card statements—where do you even begin? How is it possible to determine what debt to pay off first? Identify what debt costs you the most [...]

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Chip Away At Your Debt in 2012, Part 1

by Stephanie Christensen January 2, 2012

Pay off your debt

Has the new year motivated you to start chipping away at your debt—but left you wondering where to begin? In this ongoing series on how to get out of debt, you’ll be introduced to the very first steps to take in order to make your dreams of eliminating your debt in 2012 a reality. The [...]

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The Low Down On Family Loans: Part II. Need a Loan?

by Jacoba Urist December 28, 2011

Woman in Car

Last time, I talked about some of the tricky issues that can arise when a family member asks for money—and how to protect your capital and your relationship when you give a loan to a someone you’re close to. But what about when you’re the one doing the asking? No question, borrowing money from a [...]

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How to Make 2012 Your Best Financial Year Yet

by Guest December 14, 2011

Finances in 2012

After he arrived in India in 1959, an old lama was asked, “How did you manage to escape from Tibet and cross the high and snowy Himalayas by foot?” He answered, “One step at a time.” I love this quote because it is a great reminder that even the most monumental successes in life begin [...]

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What Everyone Ought To Know About Using a Credit Card

by Sarah Dickerson November 28, 2011

Using a Credit Card

The economy has changed over the last several years. We’re more focused on eliminating debt than ever before. Financial experts urge the importance of having savings, and not living above one’s means. Correspondingly, credit cards (and the overspending that sometimes comes along with them) have experienced a fair amount of negative press. Still, if you’re [...]

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