Neale Godfrey, Financial Literacy Expert
Neale S. Godfrey is a financial voice for women and a pioneer for the topic of "kids and money." Neale is a 27-time author with a No. 1 New York Times best seller, Money Doesn't Grow On Trees: A Parent's Guide to Raising Financially Responsible Children, and she enjoys regular discussions on her newly launched Web platform at www.nealegodfrey.com.
Neale started her journey with The Chase Manhattan Bank, joining as one of the first female executives, and later became president of The First Women's Bank and founder of The First Children's Bank. In 1989, Neale formed the Children's Financial Network Inc. with the mission of educating children and their parents about money.
Neale has served as a national spokesperson for companies such as Microsoft and Fidelity, appeared as an expert on The Oprah Winfrey Show and Good Morning America, and earned a number of awards, most notably Muriel Siebert Lifetime Achievement Award for her trailblazing work on financial literacy.
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Latest articles by Neale Godfrey, Financial Literacy Expert
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Gen Z Taps TikTok for Financial Advice: What to Do Instead
Many young people also admit they would follow financial advice from social media influencers without first ensuring it’s sound. Here’s what to do instead.
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Are You a Money Moron? Where’s Our Financial Common Sense?
Not to be harsh, but shouldn’t we all have seen this economic angst coming? Let’s get frank about Money Moron Syndrome and how to avoid falling victim to it.
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How Parents Can Explain to Kids How NFTs Work
NFTs and cryptocurrencies are part of the new digital world that’s here to stay, so parents and their children should learn the ins and outs.
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Are You Rich? U.S. Wealth Percentiles Might Provide Answers
personal finance See the U.S. wealth percentiles and what Americans think is the magic number for them to be considered rich.
By Neale Godfrey, Financial Literacy Expert • Last updated
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How Parents Can Teach Their Kids About Cryptocurrency
Starting with explaining the concept of money to begin with can help them grasp the concept of digital currencies.
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Should You Help Out Your Adult Kids Financially?
Of course you want to assist your kids, but reaching into your own financial future could harm prospects for you both. What can you do?
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Millennials: Get Off Your Assets and Take Charge of Your Financial Life
personal finance Millennials are the most confident generation when it comes to money. But they still have some work to do on their finances.
By Neale Godfrey, Financial Literacy Expert • Published
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8 Money Tips for Seniors Suffering from Inflation
Inflation This year has been an especially tough one for seniors on fixed incomes. To stay on track, try these eight financial survival tips.
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Why the Sandwich Generation Just Got Worse for Women
Women & Money COVID amped up the pressure on women providing for their families recently. If you’re “stuck in the middle,” don’t lose hope. Take some tips on how to get some breathing room again.
By Neale Godfrey, Financial Literacy Expert • Published
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Was the Pandemic Really a Good Thing for Some (Financially Speaking)?
personal finance On a financial level, several good things came out of the pandemic for a number of people. Savings ballooned. Debts were paid down. To continue on that financially healthy path, follow these five simple steps.
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Time to Press the Money ‘Pause Button’ after the Holidays
spending If you overspent on the holidays, and spoiled your kids in the process, now’s the time to make some changes.
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Seniors Need to Face Their Financial Fears
retirement Yes, the pandemic has brought many changes to our lives and our finances, and some of them have been particularly scary for older Americans. Here’s how to face your fears and move forward.
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Ditch Your Dying Career for a Dirty Job Instead
careers How secure is your job in a world of artificial intelligence? Technology is putting many careers on the endangered list, but some jobs just can’t be done by bots.
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Dying Careers You May Want to Steer Clear Of
careers It’s tough to change, but your job could depend on it. Be flexible in your career goals – and talk with your kids about their own aspirations, because if you want to be employed for the long haul, you need to think about how industries are changing.
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Be Money Smart in Tough Times
personal finance The difficult times we’ve been going through are a great opportunity to teach some important money lessons to your kids and grandkids.
By Neale Godfrey, Financial Literacy Expert • Last updated
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The Pandemic Has Worsened the Wealth Gap
Coronavirus and Your Money White-collar workers, in many cases, didn’t suffer economically during the COVID-19 pandemic, but the same can’t be said for lower-wage service workers. If you’re among those struggling, take heart. Here are some suggestions to help you dig out.
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The Pandemic Has Set Gender Parity Back: But We Can Fix That
Women & Money Our economy has entered a “she-cession,” with job losses and caregiving pressures hitting women hard. But there are some things we can do to work on that.
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How Grandparents Can Help Their Kids to Raise Financially Responsible Grandkids
personal finance Your job isn’t to spoil your grandchildren, it’s to spend quality time with them, teach them and lead by example. Try these three tips for a healthy relationship as a friend and money mentor.
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How to Avoid 2021 Being as Much of a Disaster as 2020
personal finance Maybe it’s time to try a different kind of financial resolution for the new year: one that’s more about helping others than helping yourself.
By Neale Godfrey, Financial Literacy Expert • Published
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Medicare Mania: Some Basics to Know During Open Enrollment
Medicare What’s Part A, Part B, Part C and Part D and what do they cover? What are Medicare Advantage plans? And how about the deadlines involved? There’s a lot to understand during this critical time.
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The Pandemic Has Hit Women Hard: 6 Tips to Bounce Back
women in business The COVID-19 pandemic has been a real blow for women financially, but while the statistics are sobering, there are some things we can do to recover.
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Being a Woman Cost Me $2 Million, But Ruth Bader Ginsburg Stood Up for Me
personal finance Thanks to pioneers like Ruth Bader Ginsburg, women have come a long way in this country … or have we? A look at the progress, the continuing struggles and my tips for women trying to get ahead today.
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How Do We Protect the Next Generation from Blowing Our Money?
estate planning Take these two steps to help ensure your legacy isn’t squandered.
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Kids Moving Back Home? Time to Write Up a Lease
personal finance The good news is, you don’t have to worry about empty nest syndrome. The bad news? Your kids could walk all over you. So have a talk, and put your expectations in writing.
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