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We were recognized on the NY State Legislature floor. We came to talk to our elected officials about financial literacy and were surprised by a tremendous honor at our state capitol. This was a truly humbling experience.

Clark is close to sealing an endorsement deal with Nike, including a signature shoe and an eight-figure contract that vastly exceeds her WNBA earnings. She'll earn $338,056 over four years from her WNBA contract, starting with a $76,535 rookie salary—figures set by the league's collective bargaining agreement. Despite these relatively modest figures, Clark's college success at the University of Iowa significantly raised her profile, contributing to record TV ratings for the women's basketball championship games, highlighting her marketability and influence in the sport. What are your thoughts?

A few years ago, a family earning $59,000 could afford a new mortgage with a 10% down payment without surpassing 30% of their monthly income. Now, with the average household income at $81,000 in 2024, up from $66,000 in 2020, it's still not enough. The average home now requires an income of about $106,500, nearly double the mortgage cost since 2020. This market, tough on first-time buyers, reflects high rates, steep home prices, and low housing stock.

We had a very productive day speaking to the state's elected officials about the issues facing our community. We're all needed in the political process to achieve change.