Women and Money: Taking Charge of Your Financial Future
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A free, curated video library across the Five Pillars of Financial Literacy — designed for visual learners and busy professionals.
Curated by Darnell Frazier, RFC® · CPRS™ · CCFC · CFEI®
About This Page
The Empowering Your Finance Financial Empowerment Education Videos page features a curated library of short, practical video lessons across the Five Pillars of Financial Literacy: Financial Empowerment, Personal Financial Education, College Planning, Retirement Planning, and Investment Planning. Curated by Darnell Frazier, RFC®, CPRS™, CCFC, CFEI®, each video offers 3–10 minutes of expert education on a specific financial topic — designed for visual learners and busy professionals seeking high-impact learning.
Darnell Frazier
RFC® · CPRS™ · CCFC · CFEI® | Founder & CEO, Empowering Your Finance LLC
I don't just aggregate videos — I curate them. Every video in this library was intentionally selected based on professional criteria: accuracy, accessibility, practical application, and alignment with the EYF Five-Pillar framework. My goal is to give you the visual learner's entry point to building real financial literacy — no algorithm, no filler.
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Pillar 1 of 5
Financial Empowerment
Take charge of your financial future. These videos build the mindset and strategies behind lasting financial independence.
The Latte Habit
Discover how small, recurring daily expenses compound into significant long-term financial losses — and how to redirect those dollars into wealth-building habits.
▶ Watch VideoWealth-Building Strategies for HENRYs
High Earner, Not Rich Yet? This video is for professionals earning strong incomes who haven't yet converted earnings into lasting wealth — and how to change that.
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Explore Financial Empowerment →Pillar 2 of 5
Personal Financial Education
Master the fundamentals — savings habits, financial inventory, and the math of compound interest — that form the foundation of every wealth-building journey.
A Savings Carol
A compelling look at the true cost of not saving — told through the lens of past, present, and future financial decisions and their compounding impact over time.
▶ Watch VideoTaking a Financial Inventory
You can't improve what you haven't measured. This video walks through the process of taking a complete financial inventory — assets, liabilities, income, and expenses.
▶ Watch VideoThe Rule of 72: How Long Will It Take to Double Your Money?
The most powerful compound interest shortcut in personal finance — divide 72 by your rate of return to find out exactly how long it takes to double your investment.
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Explore Financial Education →Pillar 3 of 5
College Planning Education
Navigate FAFSA, college costs, and four-year preparation strategies — so higher education builds futures, not just debt.
New Simplified FAFSA for 2026–2027
A complete walkthrough of the FAFSA Simplification Act changes for the 2026–2027 academic year — what's different, what's required, and how families can maximize their aid eligibility.
▶ Watch Video4 Things To Do in the 4 Years Before College
A practical countdown for families — the four critical financial and planning moves to make in the four years leading up to college enrollment.
▶ Watch VideoCollege Net Price Calculators
Learn how to use Net Price Calculators — required on every college website — to get a realistic estimate of what a school will actually cost your family after grants and aid.
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Explore College Planning →Pillar 4 of 5
Retirement Planning Education
From workplace savings to Social Security strategy — build the retirement you deserve by starting with a clear plan today.
The Road to Retirement Can Begin at Work
Your workplace retirement benefits — 401(k) matching, pension plans, and tax-advantaged accounts — are the most powerful tools most employees underuse. This video shows you how to start.
▶ Watch VideoShould You Pay Off Debt or Save for Retirement?
One of the most debated questions in personal finance — this video gives you a clear framework for deciding when to pay down debt first versus contributing to retirement savings.
▶ Watch VideoThe Basics of Social Security Retirement Benefits
Understand how Social Security retirement benefits are calculated, when to claim, and how your claiming age affects your monthly benefit — one of the most important retirement decisions you'll make.
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Explore Retirement Planning →Pillar 5 of 5
Investment Planning Education
Understand the psychology, the math, and the cost of inaction when it comes to building an investment portfolio that works for your future.
Are Your Investment Decisions Influenced by Emotions?
Behavioral finance meets personal investing — this video explores how emotional biases like fear, greed, and overconfidence silently sabotage even well-designed investment strategies.
▶ Watch VideoThe Cost of Waiting to Invest: Effect on Your Wallet Tomorrow
Every year you delay investing costs you exponentially more than you realize. This video quantifies the real-dollar impact of waiting — and makes the case for starting today, even small.
▶ Watch VideoInflation: The Sneaky Thief
Inflation quietly erodes the purchasing power of money that isn't growing. This video explains the mechanics of inflation, the sequence of returns risk, and why staying invested matters.
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About the EYF Curated Video Curriculum
Who curates the videos on this page?
All videos are hand-selected by Darnell Frazier, RFC®, CPRS™, CCFC, CFEI® — Founder & CEO of Empowering Your Finance LLC. Darnell curates based on professional criteria, not algorithms. His memberships in IARFC, FPA, AFCPE, AICCFC, and NFEC inform every selection.
Are the videos free to watch?
Yes — every video on this page is completely free to watch. Simply click the "Watch Video" button beneath any title to begin. You may be invited to subscribe to the newsletter after watching.
How long are the videos?
Each video is approximately 3–10 minutes in length. They are intentionally concise — designed for busy professionals and visual learners who want high-impact financial education without a major time commitment.
What topics do the videos cover?
Videos are organized across the EYF Five Pillars: Financial Empowerment, Personal Financial Education, College Planning, Retirement Planning, and Investment Planning — covering topics from the Latte Habit and Rule of 72 to FAFSA, Social Security, behavioral finance, and inflation.
Are these videos appropriate for beginners?
Absolutely. The EYF Curated Video Curriculum is designed for all experience levels — from someone taking their first financial steps to a professional refining their retirement or investment strategy.
How do I receive updates when new videos are added?
Subscribe to the Financial Freedom Insights newsletter below. Each new video added to the library is announced in the newsletter. You can also subscribe directly here.
What is the Rule of 72?
The Rule of 72 is a simple formula to estimate how long it takes to double your money at a given interest rate. Divide 72 by your annual rate of return. At 6%, your money doubles in approximately 12 years. Watch the Rule of 72 video above in Pillar 2 for a complete explanation.
How does the FAFSA work for 2026-2027?
The FAFSA for 2026-2027 reflects the FAFSA Simplification Act, which reduced the number of questions and changed how Expected Family Contribution is calculated. Watch the curated FAFSA video in the College Planning section above for a full walkthrough. Official information is available at StudentAid.gov.
What is the Latte Habit?
The Latte Habit refers to how small, recurring daily purchases compound into significant long-term wealth losses when the opportunity cost of investing those dollars is factored in. Watch the Latte Habit video in the Financial Empowerment section to see the math in action.
Where can I find more EYF videos?
This library is growing — 3 to 5 new videos are added each quarter. Subscribe to the newsletter for updates, and visit the Empowering Your Finance YouTube channel for additional content, commentary, and expanded lessons.
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