As we continue to navigate the current economic climate and the financial uncertainty that comes with it, some may wonder if it would be beneficial to increase their income by getting a side hustle. A side hustle is an additional job or business outside of one’s main or primary job. It might be something related…
The undergraduate class of 2025 has proudly walked across the stages at colleges and universities across the country and received their coveted degrees. The transition from college to career is both an exciting and challenging time. Many students find themselves poised to begin the career of their dreams, but economic uncertainty and a tough job…
The landscape of Winston-Salem will soon be transformed, thanks to the newly signed contract between Pastor George Banks and the Goler Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church and C2 Contractors, LLC, owned and operated by Mr. Cornelius Lamberth. With vision, fortitude, and a strong belief in the power of God, Pastor Banks and Mr. Lamberth will forge…
For many, the start of a new year includes reflecting on the past and a renewed hope for the future. We are thankful for the joys and lessons of the past 365 days and look forward with new hope for a bright future. We make plans and design pathways to achieve our goals. Common New…
On November 5, 2024, the voters of this nation elected Donald J. Trump as our next president. While many are overjoyed with decision, just as many are not. The current divide in this country has caused many to reflect and pontificate on why voters chose Trump. Was it fear, his perceived machismo, misogyny and or…
Now that the election cycle has come to a close, we are just weeks away from the holiday season and the end of 2024. Before you get totally immersed in holiday planning and decorating, try to take some time to get a jump on your 2024 tax filing. Here are some tips that may help…
With the election of a new president of the United States just days away, there has been a great deal of focus on the state of the economy. With inflated prices being a major concern, many are asking which candidate is best qualified to manage this important issue. On September 11, updated economic data revealed…
Mid-July was marked by special event shopping days offered by large retailers like Amazon, Target, and Walmart. Days before the sales, these retailers inundated our televisions, email accounts, and social media accounts with reminders of the savings that we could reap on these special shopping days. As I started to make my wish list, it…
Recent news reports have indicated that the United States economy is currently quite robust. Data points to a low unemployment rate, and an inflation rate that is slowly waning. One economic indicator, consumer sentiment, measures the level of optimism that consumers have about their finances and the state of the economy. Although consumer sentiment has…
As the weather begins to warm up, thoughts of spending leisure time away from home frolicking with loved ones quickly begin to flood our minds and worry our spirits. Especially if we failed to begin our vacation planning months ago. Most people start planning their dream summer vacation during the winter months when demand for…
If you are anything like me, you looked up a few short weeks ago and realized that the deadline to file income taxes was fast approaching. While I set out each year to have everything in order so that I can file before the due date, somehow, life’s circumstances always interfere, and I find myself…
Each May, the world pauses to celebrate our mothers, motherhood, and maternal bonds. First celebrated in the early 1900s, Mother’s Day was designed to honor and acknowledge the many sacrifices that mothers made for their children and families. Like many other holidays, the growth of business and industry in this country has led to increased…
In recognition of Women’s History Month in March, I sought to explore the pursuit of financial freedom strictly from a woman’s perspective. I quickly discovered that the path to financial freedom for women began with a long fight for financial and civil rights; for women’s financial freedom women has been blocked by the government and…
The holidays are now behind us, and if you are anything like me, you may find yourself with a little more debt than you anticipated from shopping during November and December. Vowing to do better this holiday season, I spent time reviewing my options and planning. Here are some things for you to contemplate. First,…