Asking for a Friend: How do I know if this financial advisor is giving me advice…or just trying to sell me something?
When hiring a financial advisor, one of the most important details is how they get paid. An advisor's compensation model can influence not only the type of advice you receive, but whether that advice truly serves your best interests or is swayed by other incentives. Learn the key differences between fee-only, fee-based, and commission-based advisors, and the questions you should ask before hiring anyone.
Planning for Gender-Affirming Care - Part 2: Hair, Lips, Nails, and More
Gender-affirming care is so much more than surgery. From hormone therapy and voice coaching to hair removal and legal name changes, here's what to expect financially—and where to find support when insurance falls short.
Planning for Gender-Affirming Care: Part 1 – Surgery
Planning for gender-affirming surgery involves more than finding the right surgeon. From understanding insurance coverage to budgeting for out-of-pocket costs, here's what you need to know to make the financial side smoother.
Planning for Parenthood: A Financial Primer for LGBTQIA+ Families
For LGBTQIA+ families, the path to parenthood can feel both exciting and complex. From fertility coverage and surrogacy to adoption and beyond, there are unique challenges and opportunities to prepare for. This primer offers a clear starting point to help you build your family with confidence, especially when it comes to the financial side of things.
SB 729 Explained: More Inclusive and Queer-Friendly Fertility Coverage Is Coming to California
California’s new SB 729 will make fertility care more accessible and inclusive, especially for LGBTQIA+ and single-parent families. Starting on January 1, 2026, large employers must provide comprehensive coverage for infertility diagnosis and treatments like IVF, marking a major step toward reproductive equity.