Laura Lucas had entered a period of transition. With a master’s degree in computer science and seven years in the field, Laura was now unemployed. She began looking for opportunities…
Whether you’re looking to make a big investment or struggling to get from paycheck to paycheck, we can all use some sound financial advice from time to time. The certified…
Money isn’t an easy topic. Discussing a raise, negotiating rent, or getting a good deal on a car loan make for awkward, stiff, and uncomfortable conversations. For families without stable…
The reality of the cliff effect and the choices struggling families are forced to make. Imagine successfully balancing a job and raising children, yet despite working full-time, you still need…
Boston is an amazing city with top-notch employment opportunities, award winning museums, and some of the best colleges in the country. Boston also has the highest income inequality rate in…
If you live in Boston, then you know it can be hard getting ahead. In fact, there are over 200,000 Boston residents who have either poor credit scores or no…
In an age of credit cards, debit cards, and mobile payment methods understanding finances is the foundation of financial freedom and planning for the future. So what can you do…
This year, we’ll help return $6 million to local families through free tax prep and earned income tax credits What’s your favorite thing about tax season? If you said the…
The financial coaching model at our financial opportunity centers is empowering and improving the lives of real people in our community. A job loss or financial setback is overwhelming and…
These credit building strategies used at our financial opportunity centers help individuals and families in need increase their net worth. They’ll work for you too! Anyone who has applied for…