Tag: hispanic heritage month
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Why Are Hispanics More Likely to Be Unbanked?
Growing up, I remember hearing about families who didn’t trust banks or have access to them. It wasn’t until I started learning more about personal finance that I realized how common this experience is, especially for many in the Hispanic community. In fact, 12% of Hispanic households are unbanked, compared to only 3% of white…
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Selena Gomez: Latina Billionaire Crushing It
As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, it’s the perfect time to highlight Latinas who are making waves in the business world—none more so than Selena Gomez, who recently became a billionaire. Best known for her career as a singer, actress, and producer, Selena has built an empire that goes far beyond entertainment. Selena’s journey from…
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7 Tips for Building an Emergency Fund
As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, it’s the perfect time to focus on financial wellness in our community. One of the most important steps you can take to protect your family’s future is building an emergency fund. Having a financial safety net can help you manage unexpected expenses like car repairs to medical bills without…
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Investing for Hispanics: It’s Time to Take Charge
Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to celebrate our culture, achievements, and history. It’s also a moment to reflect on where we still face challenges—like the investing gap in our community. For many of us in the Hispanic community, investing can feel intimidating and out of reach. But this month is the perfect opportunity to…
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Latinas Climb the Steepest Corporate Ladder
As a Latina, I know how important representation is. During Hispanic Heritage Month, I want to shine a light on a challenge that affects our community: the steep climb Latinas face in corporate America. Despite making up 17% of the workforce, Latinas hold less than 1% of C-suite roles. This gap is more than just…
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Hispanic Heritage Month: Closing the Wealth Gap
As a fellow Hispanic on this journey, I know how deeply our culture values hard work, resilience, and family. But many of us, myself included, didn’t grow up talking about credit scores, savings, or investing. Hispanic Heritage Month is the perfect time to reflect on more than just our culture. It’s also a time to…