Independent Women’s Forum Celebrates 30th Anniversary: Honors Four Americans
By Carrie Sheffield
Smart Women Smart Money magazine is proud to sponsor the Independent Women's Forum's (IWF) 30th-anniversary celebration and marquee Annual Awards Gala. This year's event is...
A Letter to College Freshman: Don’t Believe the Myths
By Naomi Atwater
Dear Freshman,
Your new chapter has begun - congrats! Nothing is quite like the excitement (and maybe nervousness!) of starting something this new. For me, I...
How Covid-19 Prepared Me for College Graduation
By Naomi Atwater
“What is your June 1st?”
June 1st. The should-be dreaded date. “What is your June 1st?” my Senior class professor asks us on the first...
My Child is Going to College – Now What?
By Ashley Reich
Part 1: Let’s Talk about Financial Aid
Parents, if you have a child going to college this fall, you have been bombarded with terms and forms...
Goodbyes, Hellos, and the Art of Transition
By Naomi Atwater
With many of us recently graduating, moving, or changing jobs, the summer months have caused us to have to adjust to new routines, people, and...
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...
OPINION: The Overturning of Roe
By Kentucky Treasurer Allison Ball
On the day that my husband Asa and I decided to start officially dating, we talked about many issues that were important to...
5 Remarkable Unsung Fathers: Celebrating Fathers’ Day
By Naomi Atwater
Though known for their great accomplishments, prestige, or honor in other areas of life, several remarkable men also shine in how they've raised their children....
Easy Tips & Tricks for Cutting Expenses in the Midst of Inflation
By Ashley Reich
It seems like everywhere we look, prices continue to rise. Families are seeing their grocery bills increase, gas is getting more expensive by the day,...
