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If you’re hiring a writer or editor (or know someone who is), reach out to Elizabeth. She is creative, thoughtful, and sharp, and she brings uplifting energy and support to everything she works on. I would team up with her again in a heartbeat.

Are you a banking expert? Forbes Advisor needs your help! We're seeking expert commentary on the topics of high-yield savings and CD accounts. Specifically, we'd like to feature expert takes on accounts we've already chosen in research, with insights only someone with a deep knowledge of the banking industry and available products could provide. CFPs, professors, published authors and other industry leaders are encouraged to reach out. For this project, we can't accept commentary from individuals associated with specific banks/credit unions or anyone else who might have a conflict of interest. Thanks for understanding! Experts will be featured on Forbes Advisor. If you're qualified and interested---and would be able to turn around a few quotes for us in 48 hours or less---please reach out!

The gender wage gap very much still exists in 2024. And unfortunately, it's not a matter of which states have a gap but how big the gap is in each state. Forbes Advisor recently published the article "States Where Women’s Financial Situation Is Best Relative To Men’s." Worked on by the talented Amanda Claypool (writer) and Brooke Enloe (editor), this piece compares women's earnings, business ownership and unemployment to men's across the U.S. It's a great read, albeit a frustrating one, that highlights progress and problems in every state and provides tips for achieving financial security as a woman. How does your state rank? #genderpaygap #womenshistorymonth https://lnkd.in/guS-GbG9

Calling all bankers, fintech nerds and personal finance pros: Forbes Advisor is assembling a Banking Advisory Board to help us provide readers with even better advice and recommendations. Among other perks, advisory board members receive a profile page on Forbes.com and a certified member badge to use on their website, email signature and LinkedIn profile. Interested? Apply now: https://lnkd.in/gA9Prhqc Please help us spread the word--thanks!

Excited to share that I’ll be joining the phenomenal Forbes Advisor team as a Deputy Editor of Banking! Can’t wait to see what’s in store with this role and get started next week.

Money market accounts might not be that exciting to think about, but they can be a great tool for short-term saving. MMAs tend to offer slightly better interest rates than savings accounts, and your money really can't get much safer. Check out my piece on the best money market accounts I've found. https://lnkd.in/gx7-NibV #moneyunder30 #mu30 #savings