A low credit score is always going to affect your ability to qualify for loans at decent rates. But given the current state of interest rates, having a strong credit score is more important than ever. Read more…
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Editorials. Awet Aleu. Blanc Magazine. Images by Matthew Priestley.
Newcomer Awet Aleu shines in a stylish, chic editorial for Blanc Magazine, issue 23. Shot by New York-based photographer Matthew Priestley and styled by Willyum Beck, Aleu sports looks by Fendi, Ferragamo, Loewe, Maison Alaia, MM6 Maison Margiela, Schiaparelli and more. Aleu is a native of Buffalo New York and of South Sudanese descent. She...
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Winne Harlow Covers Stylist Magazine. Images by Jason Kim.
Shot by New York photographer Jason Kim, top model Winnie Harlow stuns in a series of retro-inspired images for U.K.’s Stylist magazine. Harlow is styled by fashion director Lucy Reber in a series of looks that draw inspiration from the silhouettes, fabrics, and aesthetics of classic cinematic masterpieces. Pieces by Alessandra Rich, Maria Rinaldi, and...
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Candied Yams
These candied yams are sweet and buttery and feature brown sugar and warm spices. A traditional southern candied yams recipe passed down from generation to generation. Marrekus makes the best candied yams! This recipe was passed down from his grandmother to his mother and then to him. He recalls her peeling and slicing sweet potatoes,...
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Italian Charm Bracelets: Timeless Elegance in Every Link
Have you ever seen a bracelet which can be used by women, men, and children? A bracelet made in a beautiful design, wonderful colors, and completely personalized, tailored for its new owner? It’s not a dream but reality, and you can create your own bracelet, choosing its color and design. No more wasted time on...
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Nourie Makes Natural Braiding Hair From Plants
For customers on the hunt for all natural braiding hair, the search is becoming even easier. Nourie is the latest company to offer plant based braiding hair in a variety of colors. Created by CEO and co-founder Osahon Ojeaga and chief scientific officer and co-founder Dr. Mary Ellen Moore, Nourie offers an eco-friendly option for...
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Why You Should Never Use Your Retirement Savings to Pay Off Debt
Planning for retirement is a critical financial goal that requires careful consideration and disciplined saving. However, life can sometimes throw unexpected financial challenges our way, leading some to consider tapping into their retirement savings to pay off debts. While it may seem like an appealing option to be… Read more…
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How to Juggle Multiple Credit Cards (Without Going Into Debt)
For anyone risk-averse like me, the biggest challenge that came with your first credit card wasn’t about using your new plastic too much. Quite the opposite: You had to overcome the fear of actually using a credit card at all. If you have credit card anxiety as a result of an “all debt is bad”...
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Every Term a First-Time Homebuyer Should Know
Buying a home can be an exciting and rewarding journey, but it can also be overwhelming, especially if you’re not familiar with the jargon and terminology used in the real estate industry. As if buying a home wasn’t tricky enough—now more than ever—there are all kinds of terms you should be familiar with, as well....
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An Age-By-Age Guide to Teaching Kids About Money
This post is part of our “Big Talks” series—a guide to helping parents navigate the most important conversations they’ll have with their kids. Read more here. Read more…