Welcome to our blindness or low vision category, where everything is created from a blindness perspective. Penny Forward is a nonprofit organization founded and led by blind people, driven by the belief that financial independence is truly for everyone. Here, you’ll find articles, podcast episodes, and workshop recordings—all designed to help both the blind and sighted communities achieve their financial goals. Explore this section to gain insights and practical advice on building financial , regardless of your level of vision.
Guest members and site visitors will need to upgrade or create an account to get access to this recording.Are you a blind or visually impaired entrepreneur seeking to improve your marketing strategies? Do you want to learn from someone who has successfully navigated the marketing landscape? Join us for our upcoming workshop, “Marketing Made Accessible…
Tuesday’s Turning Pages Book Brunch June 11: The Total Money Makeover. We read ‘Pay Off the Home Mortgage’ and ‘Build Wealth Like Crazy’
Report a name changeReport any name changes to the Social Security Administration. The name on a person’s tax return must match what’s on file at the SSA. If it doesn’t, it could delay any tax refund. To update information, taxpayers should file Form SS-5, Application for a Social Security Card. It’s available on SSA.gov, by…
Father’s Day is just around the corner, and my family has already begun asking the usual question: “What would you like for Father’s Day?” To be honest, I have everything I need and want. This year, more than ever, I realize that there’s nothing I could ask for that would mean more to me than…
This is a review of The 2-Hour Job Search: Using Technology to Get the Right Job Faster by Steve Dalton. It’s available in audio and Braille from Bard. The book summary listed at the end of the post is from the Bard page.
Continuing the theme of “employment”, Chris and Moe sit down with Penny Forward’s Vice President Liz Bottner to discuss her employment journey ultimately leading to her position as Assistive Technology Specialist for the Library of Congress. Liz tell us all about her employment history and what she believes is key to being successfully employed as…
IRS Tax Tip Here are some simple things taxpayers can do throughout the year to make filing season less stressful. Organize tax records. Create a system that keeps all important information together. Taxpayers can use a software program for electronic recordkeeping or store paper documents in clearly labeled folders. They should add tax records to…
Tuesday’s Turning Pages Book Brunch June 4: The Total Money Makeover. Maximize Retirement Investing: Be Financially Healthy for Life & College Funding: Make Sure The Kids Are Fit Too
Guest members and site visitors will need to upgrade or create an account to get access to this recording.Join us for a workshop that aims to elevate your financial trajectory and reach for the stars in securing your future or that of your loved ones. With a cosmic focus on education and disability-related expenses, this…