Speaking about financial literacy at a recent women’s conference, I received energetic applause when I argued it wasn’t healthy to give kids everything they asked for. I specified this also goes for adult children boomeranging back into their parents’ lives; the cheers became even louder. I realize it’s terribly difficult to be rational about the […]| Manisha Thakor | MoneyZen | Women's Financial Wellbeing
Looking for a gift that will keep on giving? With the year wrapping up and the gift-wrapping set to begin, here are some personal finance books for the special people in your life. Young or not-so young, wealthy or struggling, happy or not quite so, there’s something for everyone here. The Investment Answer, by Daniel […]| Manisha Thakor | MoneyZen | Women's Financial Wellbeing
If the terms “financial planner” and “investment manager” seem interchangeable to you, you’re not alone. Many people — even financial professionals — have a hard time differentiating. To truly maximize your financial well being, it’s important to understand the difference. Confusion is common because the terms don’t just describe job titles; they also refer to […]| Manisha Thakor | MoneyZen | Women's Financial Wellbeing
It’s been said there are three kinds of untruths: “lies, damn lies and statistics.” As a life long Personal Finance junkie (and female financial advisor for women), I have to qualify. Yes, some statistics are just distractions. But others really do help put our financial progress in perspective.| Manisha Thakor | MoneyZen | Women's Financial Wellbeing