Three Ways to Celebrate National Good Neighbor Day 9/28
By Melanie Kreifels
You may have seen the YouTube videos of Italian neighbors in isolated quarantine making fantastic music with one another from their balconies. They created a...
Dine at Home, Save Money and Support Local on Valentine’s Day
By Amber Pankonin
Each year I look forward to dining out on Valentine’s Day. However, with concerns about Covid-19 and dining out, I know many of us are...
Heart of the Matter: A Perspective on Grief
By Melanie Kreifels, SWSM Managing Editor
This time of year can be hard for many. Autumn is my favorite season, but for some it’s a sad reminder that...
September is College Savings Month: Missouri Treasurer Raising Awareness of 529 Savings Plan
"Data demonstrates that having an education savings account makes it more likely a child will attend a higher education institution. Data also shows that education influences socioeconomic...
The Road to Recovery Begins with Care for Children
By Shannon SantschiWe see them everywhere now--Help Wanted signs adorn practically every storefront in America. Global staffing firm ManpowerGroup reports that almost 70% of businesses worldwide are...
You Have a Financial Emergency – Now What?
By Ashley Ann Reich
In today’s times, many individuals are considering what a financial emergency is and whether to dip into their savings or, for some, their retirement....
From the Editor: Walking Through Worry
By Melanie Kreifels, LCPC
Hello to our Smart Women Smart Money readers. It's been a while since I've connected with you! It's been a busy year for SWSM...
Ruth Bader Ginsburg: 1933-2020
Fight for the things that you care about, but do it in a way that will lead others to join you." - Ruth Bader Ginsburg
All of us at...
Thirteen Budget-Friendly Christmas Activities for the Family
By Catherine Martinez
School's out for the holidays! It's time to make memories as a family, but you don't have to break the bank to do so. Here...
SFOF Greeting: Indiana Treasurer of State Kelly Mitchell
It is my honor this year to serve as Chair of the State Financial Officers Foundation (SFOF). I joined this organization shortly after my election as Indiana’s...
