Giving Back... Through Investments.

At Money Loves Women, we believe that investing isn't just about accumulating wealth, it's about using your financial power to create a positive impact on the world. In the bustling world of finance, where numbers often take center stage, we're here to remind you that your investments can have a purpose beyond profit.

One way we love is impact investing – a financial strategy that aligns your investments with your values. It's a concept that transcends the boundaries of traditional finance, transforming the way we think about our portfolios. Impact investing is all about putting your money to work not only to secure your financial future but also to contribute to a better world.

It’s about having investments that not only generate returns but also drive meaningful change in the areas you care about most.

The one I care about most is investing in companies with integrity. Imagine if everyone invested that way.  There would be a lot fewer illicit companies with shady and illegal dealings taking and losing investors money. Impact investing allows you to be an agent of positive change.

Yes, you can care about companies that drive climate change solutions, income equality, or support women's issues, but first, make sure that the company is solid and respects you as an investor. 

The way that I choose my investments is to invest in companies as if I wanted to own that company for the well-being of myself and my family for my whole life.  I want companies that are focused on the long-term strategy of creating benefits for the owners (me and you as a stockholder), not the just short-term benefit of the leadership executives. 

I want the leadership of that company to create value in the world that is not out of alignment with my values and ideals. (For example, I would not invest in a tobacco company.)  

In other words, I want the executives and leadership, board of directors included…… (although finding out about them and their qualifications and motivations is more difficult), to be functioning with integrity, passionate about growing value for me as an investor, and telling me the truth,  even when the news is not so good.

I also want those executives to make good financial decisions and not squander or waste my money (stock investment in the company), or feel beholden to the short-term quarterly profit numbers that drive “institutional money” and their investment fund managers (banks, retirement funds, insurance companies are a few) using a solid, long term strategy that will steadily grow the company using the profits to reinvest and not excess debt.

(I look for companies that are “on-sale”, very solid, using specific financial numbers) and do not exceed a debt level that can be paid back with not more than 3 years of profits….preferably less).

Of course, stock market investing is not the only way to invest and grow wealth.  These principles can also be applied to other investments, doing well while doing good.

Now, some might say that the pursuit of profit and social good are conflicting goals, but we beg to differ. In fact, they can go hand in hand. 

By investing in solid, ethical companies that reflect your values,  you not only support their positive initiatives but also can enjoy solid financial returns. So, as we approach the holiday season, consider how you can make your investments a force for good. 

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