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Personal finance tips from a queer money coach
Rounding it up
The LGBTQ+ community faces unique challenges in the financial space. For example, it may be difficult to find safe spaces free of discrimination.
Fortunately, there are steps individuals can start taking to overcome these barriers, and Ellyce is here to share some of them.
It always helps to find a financial advisor, coach, or educator who you trust, particularly those who speak directly to the community.
You can also up your financial literacy game with resources designed for the LGBTQ+ community. This will help you better manage your money and build a strong financial future.


Ellyce Fulmore
Ellyce Fulmore is a queer money coach and educator helping millennials step into their power, rewrite their story around money and build sustainable wealth. She takes an intersectional approach to finances and is passionate about making financial literacy more digestible, simple and accessible.
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