Estate planning is an essential form of self-care for women, particularly Black women, as it provides protection, dignity, and peace of mind, while also preserving generational wealth and ensuring that loved ones are not left guessing or fighting in court.

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Predatory lenders are targeting renters with misleading "rent now, pay later" options that extract additional fees and increase the risk of eviction, while evading state-enacted consumer protection laws.

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Black History Month is a time to reflect on the progress made and to take action to protect the gains made, as faith has always been a source of strength in the face of adversity.

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A coalition of consumer, civil rights, and education organizations is urging the federal Education Department to halt its plans to begin garnishing borrowers' wages this month, citing research showing that a new student loan default occurred every nine seconds in 2025 and that the Trump administration's policies are disproportionately harming Black and older borrowers.

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Estate planning is not just a legal exercise, but a leadership exercise that requires vision, faith, and values to be defined before any legal documents are created.

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Estate planning is essential for the Black community to protect their wealth and ensure the future of their families, and should be done with the help of professionals and treated as an annual checkup.

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The holidays are a time to be especially wary of predatory lenders offering quick access to cash with high fees and hidden costs, as these loans can lead to long-term debt and financial instability.

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The Department of Education has issued a new rule that redefines eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, focusing on nonprofit employers with activities that align with White House policies, and allowing the Secretary of Education to decide which employers can continue in the program, potentially impacting 9 million borrowers.

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This November, as a Black lawyer and daughter of the community reflects on her birthday, she encourages the Black community to build a lasting legacy through estate planning, trusts, and succession strategies, so that future generations can thrive.

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The federal government shutdown has delayed the announcement of Social Security's 2026 Cost of Living Adjustment, leaving over 74 million citizens to wait until October 24 for the important announcement.

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