The media hype surrounding unmarried, career focused women in their thirties isn’t always fabulous. Normally they are stories filled with the desperation of ‘sistah girls’ seeking ‘Mr. Right’. Our society has a ways to go to accept the growing number of women who have decided to be more than just wifey and/or mommy!
For some women the ‘single’ status is a ‘weird’ place to be and for others it’s the only place to be. Regardless of where you imagined yourself by your thirties ‘romantically’, your single status is a GREAT opportunity to get financially READY! Over the years, I’ve learned to appreciate my single hood and take advantage of this time in my life to pursue other things such as outdoor & water sports, entertainment goals, completing my degree and starting my own business.
As a matter of fact, I’m even preparing to own my first home. It was a process to change my mindset about purchasing a home as a single woman, however in doing so my whole perspective to managing finances has changed. My procedure and beliefs about budgeting, investing, home ownership, and saving have totally shifted in a direction that promotes a healthier and fiscally responsible ME.
So this post is about being financially ready for the great things life can and will bring your way. And believe me; life will land some pretty unexpected things in your lap. And for those women, who are still focused on the “Mr. Right” angle of single hood, think about it this way; “Are you a complement or representation of the man you’d like to meet?” If not, take this time to become the woman you want to be and become a bigger blessing to that special man when he finds you!
How to get started on home ownership? Taking the Essence Magazine Home Ownership Challenge will get you started, you will get weekly emails up to 12 months for preparation! For the single women in Dallas. . Every month, www.QUICKdfw.com spotlights a home buying seminar for single women. Be sure to check it out!
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