The Author

This is Lakshmi, the Hindu goddess of wealth, prosperity (both material and spiritual), generosity and courage; and the embodiment of beauty, grace and charm.  Said plainly…she’s BAD!

Although I’m not Hindu, I aspire to be all that Lakshmi represents.

Who am I?

A little about me…

My pen name is: “The Billion Dollar Girl” aka the “Bn$Girl”

My secret sauce:

Tyra Banks‘ sassiness + Oprah Winfrey‘s spirtuality + Suze Orman‘s financial prowess – all the financial jargon = ME

My childhood ambition was to: be a pop star like Whitney Houston

Fondest memory: hanging out with my grandma eating sweet potato pie shooting the breeze.

Soundtrack: Mos Def “Shine Your Light on the World!”

Retreat: Tenerife, St. Barts, Phuket Islands and Bocas del Toro, Panama.

Indulgence: Wine & Chocolate!!!

First Job: Babysitting and selling shoes at Footlocker

My life is: just beginning….

My motivation: inspiring others to be the best they can be

Bragging Rights: I was a finalist for the Broadway show Rent and I have an MBA from Harvard University

I believe in:  You + Me

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DISCLAIMER

Although I have lots to say about the topic, I am not a certified financial planner, so content on this personal finance blog should be treated as INFORMATIONAL ONLY.  As with all products you buy or things you read, you should do your homework, check with multiple sources, and seek out professional advice when necessary before making important financial decisions.