For as long as I can remember, both my mom and dad worked hard – as parents and as employees. So, as an adult, I was really excited to sit […] The post What I Wish My Dad —and I — Knew About Saving and Investing appeared first on Essence.

Essence has been intentional about encouraging you to #buyblack this holiday season. We know you didn’t think we were stopping at Christmas—you should be buying and gifting Black for Kwanzaa […] The post 11 Kwanzaa Gift Ideas From Black-Owned Businesses That Your Tribe Will Love appeared first on Essence.

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