Financing

We all know the one friend or relative who’s a little different—someone who survives off of cash, has never had a credit card, and bragged about shunning loans. They swear on their independence, believing life is better without owing “the man” a cent. No one desires bad credit, but is having no credit truly the better choice? Why Do You Need Credit?Even if you’re a “cash-only” person with no plans to borrow, building credit matters. It’s not just about loans—your credit history can … Read more

Money management can feel overwhelming—complicated steps, piles of paperwork, and tips you might only discover after you’ve already paid the bill. We’ve all been there, trying to figure out how to manage money or get better at it. The secret? Research how to improve your money habits—then actually follow through. If you’re wondering how to manage your … Read more

You hate being poor, and you can’t stop asking yourself, “Why am I so poor?” The truth is, poverty means not having enough to live a normal life. It means your chances of building the life you want are painfully slim. Worse yet, poverty sticks around for generations. If you’re poor, your kids likely won’t inherit … Read more

Everyone’s looking for ways to save money and make their income work smarter, but taking that first step can feel tricky. If you’re just diving into personal finance, figuring out where to begin with budgeting might seem overwhelming. This article breaks down the key things you need to know—plus the steps to take—when setting up … Read more

Let’s face it—for many, pursuing a prestigious MBA comes with a hefty price tag. Young professionals often find themselves saddled with significant student debt. The amount people borrow to earn an MBA might shock you. But this spending is an investment in yourself and your future. And over the course of a career, the rewards—both … Read more

If you’re aiming for a top-tier two-year MBA from a U.S. business school but don’t want to shell out over $200,000, your choices are slim—and shrinking every year. According to a Poets&Quants analysis, 22 of the top 25 U.S. B-schools now charge at least 100,000peryearfortheirfull−timeMBAprograms—upfrom19lastyear.Backin2022,only15schoolshitthatmark,andin2018,justninedid.ThefivepriciestMBAsintheU.S.nowexceedastaggering100,000peryearfortheirfull−timeMBAprograms—upfrom19lastyear.Backin2022,only15schoolshitthatmark,andin2018,justninedid.ThefivepriciestMBAsintheU.S.nowexceedastaggering250,000. The only top-25 programs where you can earn an MBA for … Read more

The M7 MBA Admissions Landscape: A Shift in Selectivity? During the 2021-2022 MBA application cycle, just 7,700 candidates secured admission to an M7 business school out of over 40,000 applicants. That fall, around 4,700 enrolled—translating to a 20.3% acceptance rate and a 60.3% yield. A year later, in 2022-2023, applications to the M7 dipped by … Read more