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07/14/2025 | Press release | Archived content

How Community Is Helping First-Time Investors Build Wealth

Despite rising interest in investing, Black and Brown communities remain underserved, with systemic barriers and a lack of representation: Over 81% of CFP® professionals are white, while less than 2% are Black and under 3% Hispanic or Latino. Bridging this gap through collective investing and community learning can support wealth-building and expand access to culturally relevant financial advice.

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Alejandra Rojas July 14, 2025
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