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Jessica was terminated from a job for being gay. She turned the experience from a hurdle into a powerful motivator — and now she’s at a supportive company that values her unique voice and experience. 
 

Jessica’s advice: 
“Continue to cultivate your network and use your sphere of influence to get to the places you want to go.” 
 

10 things you can negotiate for and how to do it. 

Jason had a tough path to homeownership. But he says you can’t replace the sense of fulfillment you feel when you walk into your home for the first time. 
 

Jason’s advice: 
“In my research, I found different resources like down payment assistance programs that were held by the city.”  
 

Get a sense of what expenses to expect.

After being laid off twice, DJ shares his new set of career priorities as he prepares for retirement. 
 

DJ’s advice:
“Make your life more balanced before you get to retirement so you can enjoy more of your life.” 
 

Savings tips to set you up for life after work. 

Michelle knows firsthand how stressful it can be to navigate the medical and legal costs that come with being transgender. 
 

Michelle’s advice: 
“Work within your means and build out a gameplan. Once you break it down into individual steps, it’s so much easier to overcome.” 
 

Financial considerations for LGBTQ+ couples.

Lana says starting a family as a gay couple can require much more pre-planning (and pre-saving). But in the end, it’s more than just worth it — it’s everything. 
 

Lana’s advice:  
“Build up your self-worth and self-confidence … even if you have to start every day saying it to yourself in the mirror.” 
 

Learn the true cost of raising a child.