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Are You a Financial Martyr?

Kate Phillips — Tue, 21 Sep 2010 07:49:25 +0000

A friend of mine, who happens to be a successful, self-employed business owner, was the victim of financial fraud. Not from a stranger, but from someone he knew very well. When his daughter suddenly requested more money for college expenses, he suggested a later time to discuss her request. However, his daughter’s mother – his ex-wife – had a more immediate solution to his daughter’s cash flow needs. After all, she knew her ex’s social security number and could imitate his signature. When my friend discovered what had happened, he did not lay down like a doormat as the ex had hoped. He took legal action. It was complicated (for everyone), embarrassing (for her), and frankly, the only self-respecting option he had. More than happy to discuss and provide for his childrens’ real needs, he was not about to be taken to the bank in such an underhanded way. He stood up for himself, and righted the wrong, removing the item from his financial record, and placing the responsibility with the person who had signed the fraudulent loan papers. Shortly after hearing this story, I met someone else, a middle-aged woman. She was exhausted, working three jobs. As I inquired about her circumstances, she revealed that she was paying off a number of credit cards – that she had not opened or authorized herself. Her own ex had hijacked her social security number and forged her signature, obtaining credit cards against her knowledge. She discovered the situation when angry creditors started calling. The cards were maxed out and late, and her credit was ruined. “Why are YOU paying them off!?” I asked incredulously. “You realize, that’s FRAUD!?” “I know, but I didn’t want to sue him or get lawyers involved,” she answered with a tired sigh. “But… but… you shouldn’t…

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The Sisters of Sizzle Serve Up Wealth for Women

Kate Phillips — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 09:36:40 +0000

(I’ll bet you can’t say THAT three times fast….) What a great month this has been, I’ve been asked to partner with Rachelle, then Robin, and now… The Sisters of Sizzle Talk Radio Show! If you’re not yet familiar with the Sisters or what they’re cooking up in March, well, let me tell you all about it, because they have five shows dedicated to Women and Their Money. I’m honored to kick off the month as part of a list of tremendous guests such as Mikelann Valterra of the Women’s Earning Institute, best-selling author Molly Gordon, (The Accidental Entrepreneur), and Anna Choi, a woman I highly admire for her transformative money management work with couples. See the whole schedule HERE and if you like, subscribe to the free podcast (same page) so that you won’t miss a show! The show I’ll be featured on goes live Wednesday, March 3 at 3pm pst on 106.9 HD, channel 3. For the details of how to listen via the internet, subscribe, or hear a replay, click here. And I can’t wait to meet the Sisters in person… The Sisters of Sizzle are Elise Kloter and Jill Pagano. Amongst other things, Elise is a Passion Test Facilitator, and Jill is a Nia instructor. Together they are fun, energetic, and a perfect example of what happens when women’s intuition meets entrepreneurial synergy. The two met and got this crazy idea to start a radio show, and voila, they were getting their sizzle on in no time! Their program now has thousands of subscribers and attracts fantastic guests. (I’ll bet you can’t say THAT three times fast….) What a great month this has been, I’ve been asked to partner with Rachelle, then Robin, and now… The Sisters of Sizzle Talk Radio Show! If you’re not yet familiar with the Sisters…

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Common Misconceptions Women Have About Money and Prosperity (an interview excerpt)

Kate Phillips — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 09:12:21 +0000

I am delighted to say that I’ve said “Yes” to being a “Soulcare Provider” for Rachelle Mee Chapman’s Flock…“a nesting place for restless souls.” Rachelle’s eclectic background, theological education, creative bent, and talent for integrating diverse ideas and practices have made her internationally known as “the Urban Abbess.” Flock is an innovative website that offers spiritual direction and soul-nurturing advice to a growing online community of women (so far) who are discovering their unique spiritual paths. I’m part of a team of coaches, counselors and experts, and delighted to be the “financial healer” in the mix. Rachelle interviewed me for her Magpie-Girl blog, asking “What are the common misconceptions women have about money and prosperity?” Click here to read my answer at Magpie-Girl…. I am delighted to say that I’ve said “Yes” to being a “Soulcare Provider” for Rachelle Mee Chapman’s Flock…“a nesting place for restless souls.” Rachelle’s eclectic background, theological education, creative bent, and talent for integrating diverse ideas and practices have made her internationally known as “the Urban Abbess.” Flock is an innovative website that offers spiritual direction and soul-nurturing advice to a growing online community of women (so far) who are discovering their unique spiritual paths. I’m part of a team of coaches, counselors and experts, and delighted to be the “financial healer” in the mix. Rachelle interviewed me for her Magpie-Girl blog, asking “What are the common misconceptions women have about money and prosperity?” Click here to read my answer at Magpie-Girl….

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Why Men Play Football and Make More Money

Kate Phillips — Sun, 01 Feb 2009 22:37:18 +0000

A look at why men seem to score more touchdowns than women, in football AND in finances!

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The Daily Candy Special

Kate Phillips — Tue, 27 Jan 2009 13:17:30 +0000

Kate's special for DailyCandy readers... Sweet!

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