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Unlock Financial Mastery with Our Cyber Monday Exclusive Membership Offer!

Are you ready to take control of your financial destiny? Seize the opportunity this Cyber Monday to embark on a transformative journey towards financial empowerment with our exclusive Penny Forward membership! Why Penny Forward? Navigating personal finance can be challenging, but we’re here to guide you every step of the way. Our self-paced online courses…

11/27/2023
In the news: T-Mobile Announces Plan Transition to New “Enhanced” Services, Raising Concerns Among Customers

At a time when consumer budgets are already tight due to inflated food, housing, and energy prices, T-Mobile has confirmed its plans to migrate certain customers from older, more cost-effective plans to newer, pricier alternatives offering “enhanced” services. The move, first reported by CNET, has raised concerns among T-Mobile subscribers, who may face higher monthly…

10/16/2023
Book review: The simple path to wealth: your road map to financial independence and a rich, free life

The simple path to wealth: your road map to financial independence and a rich, free life About This Book “The Simple Path to Wealth” by J.L. Collins is a must-read for anyone who is looking to take control of their financial future. This straightforward and easy-to-read book offers practical advice on how to accumulate wealth…

04/07/2023
Penny Forward Launches First Financial Literacy Course For 2023

Minneapolis, MN – During a time when confidence in America’s banks is lower than it has been since the financial crisis of 2008, and just as Financial Literacy Month kicks off, a Minnesota-based non-profit corporation, Penny Forward Inc, has launched their first online course for 2023, “Budgeting And Banking Basics: A Guide To Basic Money…

04/03/2023
A Tasty Way To Improve Your Financial Health

Exercise Snacking In our fast-paced society, it’s easy to overlook the importance of saving small amounts of time or money. Many of us are guilty of waiting until the end of the day to exercise, then skipping the workout we know we need because we’re tired or we want to use the time for something…

03/10/2023
The Benefits of Paying Your Bills on Time: My Personal Experience

The Benefits of Paying Your Bills on Time: My Personal Experience Introduction Last week was National Pay Your Bills week. Paying bills can be a daunting task for many people. It’s easy to put it off and procrastinate, especially if you have limited funds. However, making a habit of paying bills promptly can have a…

02/13/2023
Social Security Announces 8.7 Percent Benefit Increase for 2023

Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits for approximately 70 million Americans will increase 8.7 percent in 2023, the Social Security Administration announced last week. On average, Social Security benefits will increase by more than $140 per month starting in January. The 8.7 percent cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) will begin with benefits payable to more…

10/19/2022
Preview: Members Only Group Chat For 10/12/2022

Does perfectionism hold you back? Have you always wanted to go back to school, apply for a job, or start a business but you never feel ready? Do you tell yourself that you’ll start as soon as you finish your next blindness skills training, your kids start school, or you’ve saved enough money? Planning and…

10/12/2022
Preview: Members Only Group Chat For 10/05/2022 NEW TIME!

Want to make more money but can’t work more? If so, you’re not alone. This week we’ll be talking about passive income, or income streams that take very little work to maintain once they’re set up. We’ll also leave time for anything you want to talk about. Don’t forget we have a new time starting…

10/05/2022
Recording: Members Only Group Chat For 9/28/2022

Do you worry about what might happen if something goes wrong with something expensive you depend on? How will you afford it if a home appliance or a vital piece of assistive technology fails unexpectedly? This week we talked about when and how to purchase warranties, insurance policies, or protection plans designed to help you…

09/28/2022