Kara Nesvig

About Me

Kara Nesvig grew up on a sugar beet farm in rural North Dakota and did her first professional interview with Steven Tyler at age 14. She has written for publications including Teen Vogue, Allure and Wit & Delight. She lives in an adorable 1920s house in St. Paul with her husband, their Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Dandelion and many, many pairs of shoes. Kara is a voracious reader, Britney Spears superfan and copywriter — in that order.

Latest Stories

10 Tips for Being a Great Holiday Party Host, According to Event Planners

A great host means actually enjoying the party yourself.

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Dec 20, 2023

15 Sites to Look for a Job That Aren’t LinkedIn

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Whether you’re casually browsing or looking to make big moves ASAP, add these lesser-known sites to your search.

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Dec 7, 2023

Everything You Need to Know About Storing Clothes to Make Them Last

If you're swapping out your seasonal wardrobe, read this first!

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Oct 9, 2021

The First Thing to Do to Get Your Finances in Order in the New Year

According to money experts.

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Jan 2, 2023

10 of the Best (and Most Realistic) Budgeting Tips We Heard This Year

For anyone looking to spend less and save more, reframe your relationship with money, or just get on more solid financial ground.

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Dec 29, 2022

8 Big and Little Ways to Save Money After Holiday Shopping Season

Once the season is over, the gifts are unwrapped, and the decorations have been put away for next year, it’s time to take a look at your finances and see how you can bounce back and beef up your savings balance after being so generous to your loved ones.

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Dec 27, 2022

The One Budgeting Tip Experts Swear By When Gift Shopping

Because 'tis the season to overspend, and overdoing it in the name of delighting your loved ones happens — a lot.

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Nov 26, 2022

8 Super Simple Swaps You Can Make to Spend Less and Save More This Month

These expert tips let you enjoy your life while padding your savings.

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Oct 1, 2022

This Is How to Avoid the Dreaded IKEA Couple's Fight, According to Therapists

What is it about the big blue box that pushes buttons for couples?

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Jul 2, 2022

6 Simple Tips to Be More Patient, According to Mental Health Experts

Here's how to practice patience with others, your kids, and even yourself.

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Jun 8, 2022

Try This Simple 3-Step Trick Next Time You’re Shopping to Avoid Buyer’s Remorse

It's called the 10-10-10 rule.

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Jun 4, 2022

One Thing to Never Do With Your Savings — and 4 Things You Should Always Do

Whether you're saving for a vacation or retirement, heed this advice.

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May 18, 2022

Latest Stories

5 Habits That Help Me Stay Organized When I'm Feeling Down

Try these tried-and-true tips from wellness experts.

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Apr 23, 2022

7 Little Ways to Buy Less Stuff, According to Finance Experts

Reshape your spending with this advice from the pros.

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Apr 7, 2022

6 Ways to Use Venmo Without Being a Jerk to Your Friends

The ultimate guide to money-sharing etiquette.

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Mar 20, 2022

9 Tips for Finding Great Deals on Facebook Marketplace, According to Experts

First, find a friend with a pickup truck.

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Mar 12, 2022

6 Lessons on Living Alone from Women Who Have Done It

How to grow into your own, in your own space.

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Mar 9, 2022

10 Little Ways to Boost Your Credit Score, According to Finance Experts

Making payments on time is one of the best ways to maintain a good credit score, but there are other small things you can implement into your financial wellness routine to boost your score.

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Mar 6, 2022

The Bedroom of the Past Looks Nothing Like the Bedroom of the Future

Here's how American bedrooms have transformed over the past 100 years.

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Feb 8, 2022

The Simple, 5-Minute Habits That Therapists Say Will Reduce WFH Burnout

Try incorporating these short, easy practices into your daily routine to break up the day and help you decompress and de-stress.

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Feb 3, 2022

Not Into Resolutions? Try Setting One of These Attainable Goals Instead

If you’re looking to make a change in your life, even a small one, here are a few helpful tips from productivity experts and life coaches.