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Interested? Check out our weekly episodes, where we’ve already covered some key financial issues. But we’re also looking for women of all ages and backgrounds to tell us their money story, and get free professional advice from our team of experts. Here’s how it works: You give us all your basic details (age, salary, assets, debts, goals), and our host will convene a panel of pertinent professionals to discuss your dilemma (anonymously, of course) and come up with actionable, substantive changes you can implement to work toward a more sound financial future....

The organizing world already has a solid variety of companies offering good-looking, reliable organizing tools, but now a new one has entered the fray: Open Spaces. Launched in late January, Open Spaces offers a highly curated range of home organizing products. There’s no chance of being overwhelmed by the enormous selection here—the first wave of products launched are pared-down and simple, so you won’t have to struggle with shopping paralysis from looking at too many options for a single type of bin or basket....

And this week’s Money Confidential guest, 35-year-old Olivia (not her real name) is one of the unlucky people who owed thousands of dollars. She was diagnosed with a life-threatening cancer that required more than a million dollars of treatment—and which forced her to stop working at the same time. “It’s not just paying for your health bills,” she says. “I had no work and no possibility of work, and rent, and all your regular costs of living....

A good Mother’s Day poem will never fail you, but sometimes you want something a little shorter: That’s where Mother’s Day quotes come in. These short, pithy sayings and phrases from great minds, writers, and thinkers carry a lot of meaning and feeling in just a few words. If you don’t know exactly what to say to your mom (or how to caption your Instagram post), these quotes might have the words that you don’t....

In the rush of making an offer and selling your old place, some of the less-pleasant realities of moving into a new home may fade into the background, especially if the new house needs a few coats of paint or some new carpeting to feel fully yours. But a new home comes with new risks, especially if it’s been empty for a while, and addressing those risks head-on can make your first weeks and months in your home safe and secure....

In 2020, Waigong passed away abruptly. I hadn’t seen him in more than five years, and Mama and I couldn’t even attend his funeral in China due to our immigration status at the time. The 7,900 miles between us numbed the realization that Waigong was gone forever, and I buried my grief under piles of homework. When I found my guzheng gathering dust in the attic, guilt tapped me on the shoulder....

Even though bras almost always hide beneath your clothes, a great one can make or break an outfit. Sometimes feeling comfortable and confident comes down to making sure you’re wearing the right fit and style. According to Nordstrom Rack shoppers, Notori and Wacoal have some of the best options. The bra sale, which runs through August 3, has huge deals with prices starting at just $14. The Top On-Sale Bras to Shop:...

Walk into your grocery store’s produce aisle or stroll through the local farmers market and you’ll likely see a plethora of onion options—there are actually 21 different types! Onions are a vegetable species within the genus allium, along with similar aromatic bulbs like garlic, leeks, chives, and shallots. (While these other well-known veggies aren’t onions themselves, they are in the same vegetable family and yield many health benefits, too.) Whole onions should last in your pantry or other cool, dry, dark place (not the fridge) for about two weeks—but don’t store them next to potatoes, which emit gas and moisture that can quickly spoil onions....

Though there are many types of virtual games you can play over Zoom and other video chat services, the PowerPoint party has been a particularly popular one over the last few years. First popularized in 2018, the PowerPoint party is best kept to a small group of people—it’s not an activity for a crowded rager—and can be enjoyed digital only or in person. When you invite people, explain the expectations of the party....

To buy: $50 (was $70); amazon.com. Hundreds of five-star reviewers have declared it their sneaker of choice for servers, nurses, and workout enthusiasts alike, each spending hours at a time on their feet. Featuring Under Armour’s highly responsive charged cushioning technology, this auspicious design ensures less impact and enhanced bounce back with every stride, so your joints and feet are less stressed. The top-seller’s rubber outsole shields those high-impact areas of your feet while the durable leather overlays lock in your feet for stability, and the lightweight mesh top provides breathability and ventilation....

To buy: $160 (was $220); amazon.com. In addition to its suction, the vacuum’s nifty brushroll flicks dirt and debris up from your floors right into the intake port. The brush roll even has an on and off function to adjust to the surface you’re cleaning; you can deep clean your carpets and rugs to make them look fluffy and new with it on, or do light touch-ups on tile and hardwood floors when it’s off....

Skincare LdeL Cosmetics’ Anti-Aging Hand Cream moisturizes, conditions, and protects the skin for smoother, younger-looking hands. Its lightweight formula is designed to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles over time. Sure enough, shoppers report that the “velvety soft” cream “subtracts years” from their hands and works “like magic.” The $12 hand cream contains retinol, green tea, and vitamins A, C, and E to improve skin’s overall texture. You can slather it all over your nails, cuticles, and hands for all-around moisture....

This version swaps beef for pork, which becomes meltingly tender in the slow cooker, with a tomato-y bell pepper and onion sauce. Add pimiento-stuffed olives and generous amounts of oregano, cumin, and garlic to create a deep, flavorful stew. Serve with black beans and white rice to soak up every last bit of the delicious sauce.