Black Press USA contributing writer Dax Janel Valencia explains how the right property management firm can help Black investors build generational wealth by transforming landlordship into passive income and freeing up time to expand their portfolio.
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Building financial confidence from the inside out
Operation HOPE financial coach Achante Brown is bringing nearly a decade of banking experience back to North Minneapolis, offering free one-on-one coaching through a U. S. Bank partnership that has served more than 230 clients on West Broadway.
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How to create a budget that works for your monthly income
A strong budget brings order to financial pressure by giving every major expense a place, every goal a timeline and every spending decision a reason, starting with honest numbers and a framework you will actually use.
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Financial foundations: Distinguishing needs vs. wants
Sponsored by JPMorgan Chase. The second installment of MSR’s Youth Financial Education Series explores the difference between needs and wants through the experience of 25-year-old Alexis Harmon, who is using the 50/30/20 rule to build toward homeownership and financial stability.
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Black Student Loan Default Rate Five Times Higher Than White BorrowersÂ
A coalition of civil rights and consumer advocates is urging the federal Education Department to halt plans to garnish wages of nearly 9 million student loan borrowers in default, warning the policy will disproportionately harm Black and older borrowers.
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Predatory Lending Is on the Rise, and Small Businesses Are Paying the Price
MEDA Vice President Adrian Ruddock warns that predatory lenders are targeting small businesses struggling in the wake of Operation Metro Surge and urges BIPOC entrepreneurs to seek trusted alternatives before signing anything.
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Understanding your paycheck: The first step toward financial freedom
The first installment of MSR’s Youth Financial Education Series, sponsored by JPMorgan Chase, breaks down the difference between gross pay and net pay and why budgeting on the wrong number is one of the most common financial mistakes young earners make.
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Refinancing readiness and navigating the process in today’s market
Sponsored by JPMorgan Chase. Refinancing your mortgage can help lower your monthly payments, secure a better interest rate or access your home equity. Here is what you need to know before deciding if it is right for you.
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Chase opens community branch in Minneapolis’ Longfellow neighborhood
Chase has opened a new Community Center branch in Minneapolis’ Longfellow neighborhood, bringing financial education, free workshops and expanded banking access to South Minneapolis as part of the bank’s continued Twin Cities expansion.
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Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder launches Youth Financial Education Series
The Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder Multimedia Group is launching a new eight-part Youth Financial Education Series in May 2026, supported by JPMorgan Chase, covering real-world financial milestones for young people ages 18 to 25.
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Bank of America invests in the Twin Cities workforce, one career at a time
Bank of America invested $310,000 in Twin Cities workforce programs in 2025, partnering with EMERGE Community Development and Genesys Works to connect residents with stable careers and livable wages.
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JPMorganChase Partners With Sports Legends to Help Athletes Master Their Money
JPMorganChase Athlete Council launches with Dwyane Wade as chair to develop financial education programs for athletes from early career through retirement.
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Lynn Crump-Caine named Thrivent Board Chair, aims to inspire inclusive leadershipÂ
Lynn Crump-Caine has been named board chair of Thrivent, bringing decades of leadership experience and advocating for greater diversity in corporate governance.
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Two legacy Black Newspapers close, citing financial pressures
Black newspapers closing in Portland and Richmond highlight the growing financial challenges facing Black media as advertising revenue declines.
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Your financial aid guide: What are your options?
Student financial aid options include grants, scholarships, federal loans and updated repayment plans. Understanding FAFSA and Pell Grant changes can reduce long-term debt.
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Rising optimism among small and middle market business leaders, growth opportunities for Minnesota
Minnesota business optimism 2026 is rebounding as small and midsize leaders plan growth, hiring, and expansion despite labor and tariff concerns.
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5 steps to selecting your first credit card
Signing up for your first credit card is a rite of passage into independence. While it’s tempting to see dollar signs in credit offers that come your way, choosing the right card is not a decision to take lightly. How you use that card can have a big impact on your long-term financial wellness. But […]
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How Credit Can Become a Tool for Building Real Wealth
Credit scores explained in a clear guide covering credit reports, consumer rights, and how to leverage credit to build wealth.
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Celebrate your financial new year
Twin Cities residents can start 2026 strong with practical financial health tips on budgeting, saving, credit, and fraud prevention shared by a local community manager.
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Stay on budget, and on the go, with a mobile banking app
A mobile banking app can help track spending, create achievable savings goals, and stay on budget through real-time insights and account notifications.