The LGBTQ Wage and Income Gap
Everybody knows the LGBTQ community — and especially gay men — are affluent, right? They all live in them most expensive cities, dress nicely and go on fabulous vacations. Well,…
Category: LGBTQ Finance
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Planning for LGBTQ Couples: Distinct Financial Challenges Persist
Three years ago, Obergefell vs. Hodges upended financial planning for LGBTQ couples, legalizing same sex marriage throughout the United States for the first time ever. It was a momentous change,… -
The Importance of Pride Month and How it All Got Started
Happy Pride! June is LGBT Pride Month across the country. I love this time of year — the Pride parties, parades and the overall good energy as people celebrate the… -
Six Practical Tips for Your Wedding
Last week, we talked about one of the most contentious issues surrounding marriage: whether to use a prenup. Now let’s talk about happier subjects — planning the wedding itself —… -
To Prenup or Not to Prenup
Wedding season is approaching, and I can’t wait for several unions to take place in the next few months. If you’re getting married, you’ve got a lot on your mind… -
Beyond Adoption: The Cost of Expanding Your Family
We’ve spent much of November talking about adoption in honor of National Adoption Month. By now you should have a good handle on how the process works and what it… -
How to Prepare Financially for Adoption
Congratulations. You’ve decided to adopt a child. Now how are you going to pay for it? In honor of National Adoption Month, I’ve covered the importance of adoption and how… -
Happy National Adoption Month!
November was named National Adoption Month 22 years ago, and ever since, this month has been a time to promote awareness of the need for adoptive families for children in… -
What Makes You Most Proud?
Throughout the last few posts and this month’s newsletter, I’ve talked about Pride Month and how it relates to financial planning: I’m encouraging you to use Pride to help conquer… -
Making the Most Out of Your Charitable Contributions
If you’re feeling generous after an enjoyable pride season, you’re not alone. Many LGBT-focused organizations rely on Pride season and the good will it generates to bolster fundraising for their… -
LGBTQ Profiles in Pride
This month we celebrate LGBTQ Pride. And today I want to highlight four LGBTQ people that have influenced my life. I have a deep sense of gratitude to those who… -
Happy Pride! A Reflection on How Pride Marches Got Started
Happy Pride! June is LGBT Pride Month across the country. I love this time of year — the Pride parties, parades and the overall good energy as people celebrate the… -
Like to compete? See where you fall on the LGBTQ Income and Wealth Spectrums
Financial planning clients come to me wondering two fundamental questions: 1) Am I doing okay? and 2) Am I worse off than other people you see? Both are fair questions.…