A wise man once said, “To leave the world a little better than you found it. That’s the best a man can ever do.” As men of color, it is our duty to show the next generation of people of color how to find their place in a world that doesn’t look, act or think like us....
If we are to close the racial retirement gap, planning for retirement is an essential part of financial wellness. On average, persons of color have less money saved for retirement than White Americans. This means that many persons of color won’t be able to maintain...
Benjamin Franklin once said, “In this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.” You can be sure that when April 18th arrives, the IRS will be looking for your tax forms. When it comes to filing taxes, the earlier the better. In spite of your...
When it comes to personal finances and building wealth, men of color lag behind white families. Consider the following data from the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System. White Families (Average Net Worth) – $983,400Black Families (Average Net Worth)...
From inflation to oil prices, the global economy is ever-changing. Even if you have a job, you may be just one recession or global conflict away from the unemployment line. So, it’s important to stay abreast of the latest technologies and learn in-demand skills....
The pandemic has impacted employment in a variety of ways. This is especially true for men of color and Black men in particular. According to an employment report by the Brookings Institution, there was a 4 percent decrease in employment for Black males from 2020 to...
