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7 Tips and Tricks I Use to Make Budgeting More ADHD-FriendlyLife
An ADHDer’s guide to making "cents" of finances.
Nov 12, 2022
One Key Tip for Recession-Proof Investing, According to Investment AdvisorsLife
It's perfect for first-time investors, too.
Oct 29, 2022
This Is How You Should Approach a Convo with a Mortgage BrokerReal Estate
According to an expert.
Oct 25, 2022
4 Mistakes First-Time Investors Wish They Hadn't Made When Investing in StocksLife
Here's what to avoid doing, according to first-time investors.
Oct 13, 2022
10 Password Mistakes You’re Probably Making, According to a Cybersecurity ExpertLife
From using Apple Pay to putting your whole life on Google, here's what you should be doing.
Oct 2, 2022
8 Super Simple Swaps You Can Make to Spend Less and Save More This MonthLife
These expert tips let you enjoy your life while padding your savings.
Oct 1, 2022
How to Ask for an "Inflation Raise," According to Career ExpertsLife
Call it an inflation raise, a cost-of-living adjustment, or just a good old-fashioned “it’s-time-to-pay-me-more-because-I’m-worth-it” increase.
Sep 16, 2022
6 Investment Terms Everyone Should Know in This Unpredictable MarketLife
An explainer of the most common lingo, in layman's terms.
Sep 16, 2022
7 Hacks for Saving Money While Online Shopping, from 10% Cash Back to CouponsLife
Do you know about these secret ways to save?
Sep 14, 2022
I Asked an Economist What to Know About Buying a Home Right NowReal Estate
Here are the 4 most important takeaways.
Sep 9, 2022
4 Things To Do If Your Roommate Can't Afford RentReal Estate
You have a few options.
Aug 22, 2022
This Is How Much It Cost to Move Out, After My Boyfriend and I Broke Our LeaseLife
One day we're putting together an IKEA couch, the next we’re loading the U-Haul.
Aug 10, 2022
My Friends and I Make the Same Salary — This Is How Our Budgets CompareLife
I sat down with four of my friends, who all make the same salary as me, to get insight on how they handle their personal finances.
Aug 8, 2022
I Surveyed 5 Millennials to See How Much Savings They Have Life
This is what they said.
Jul 28, 2022
6 Homebuyers Share How Moving to the Suburbs Impacted Their BudgetsLife
Who knew mulch could be so expensive?
Jul 25, 2022
The First Thing to Know About Planning for Retirement in Your 20s
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Financial experts say it’s never too early to start saving for retirement. Doing so as early as your 20s can allow for an extended time for compounding interest and a tax-free growth period. Even more importantly, putting aside funds on any level is critical from the moment anyone get their first paycheck.
Jul 24, 2022
The 3 Money Apps That Helped Me Save Enough For My Next VacationLife
I've set aside $3,000 in the past year.
Jul 9, 2022
3 Things Investing Newbies Should Know About REITsReal Estate
Also known as real estate investment trusts.
Jun 22, 2022
Sunscreen, Salaries, and Seedlings: 8 Ways to Embrace Delayed GratificationLife
Treat yourself to a sweeter future.
Jun 7, 2022
This Is the Best Way to Save Money on Rent, According to a Leasing AgentReal Estate
You could shave hundreds of dollars off your annual living costs.
Jun 2, 2022
5 Ways to Spend Way Less Money on Travel This SummerLife
From cheap flights to free accommodations, here's how to cash in your PTO without breaking the bank.
Jun 1, 2022
Bringing Home a Pet? Don't Forget to Budget for These 6 Sneaky Expenses
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“Having a pet involves a lot of expenses that most people do not even consider,” says veterinarian and behaviorist Paola Cuevas. “They need much more than just food and love.” 
May 25, 2022
These Are the 10 Best Cities for New College Graduates and Career ChangersLife
Calling all entry-level job seekers!
May 19, 2022
One Thing to Never Do With Your Savings — and 4 Things You Should Always DoLife
Whether you're saving for a vacation or retirement, heed this advice.
May 18, 2022
5 Tips To Take Your Side Hustle Full-Time, According to Those Who Have Done ItLife
Thinking of quitting your day job? Start here.
May 15, 2022
4 Things Mortgage Experts Want You to Know About Today's Interest RatesReal Estate
Homebuyers and owners are rightfully concerned.
May 5, 2022
3 Ways to Invest in Real Estate Without Being a Landlord Real Estate
A mortgage nor property maintenance is required.
Apr 13, 2022
7 Little Ways to Buy Less Stuff, According to Finance Experts Life
Reshape your spending with this advice from the pros.
Apr 7, 2022
3 Tax Rules You Need to Know If You Purchased a House Last YearReal Estate
Keep an eye out for these credits and deductions.
Apr 1, 2022
9 Lessons I Learned About Money When I Switched to a Lower-Paying JobLife
It's not just about budgeting.
Mar 28, 2022
How To File Your Taxes For Free
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If you’re stressing over getting your taxes done this year, here’s a look at some ways to get through the process for less.
Mar 23, 2022
How To Start Investing Your Money in 4, 3, 2, 1...Life
Here are 4 books to read, 3 people to follow, 2 attitudes to drop, and 1 task to finish for investing beginners.
Mar 22, 2022
6 Ways to Use Venmo Without Being a Jerk to Your FriendsLife
The ultimate guide to money-sharing etiquette.
Mar 20, 2022
4 Money Lessons the Pandemic Taught Me — That Helped Me Save $10,000Life
I can finally pay off my student loans.
Mar 19, 2022
5 Home Finance Trends on Their Way Out, According to Real Estate ExpertsReal Estate
Some of them are a pleasant surprise.
Mar 13, 2022
10 Little Ways to Boost Your Credit Score, According to Finance ExpertsLife
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.
Mar 6, 2022
10 Places to Donate to in Honor of Women’s History MonthLife
Consider celebrating by donating your hard-earned dollars to organizations that support and uplift women in communities around the world. 
Mar 3, 2022
5 Ways to Use Sinking Funds to Help You Reach Your Financial GoalsLife
Over this past year, I’ve been able to add more than $40,000 to my net worth. A major factor was my use of sinking funds, or separate savings accounts for each goal.
Mar 1, 2022
Here’s How to Actually Plan (and Use!) All Your Time Off This YearLife
According to a career coach.
Feb 23, 2022
This Credit Card Is Trying to Help Renters Save for a Down Payment with PointsReal Estate
The new Bilt Rewards credit card might be a solution for some renters.
Feb 20, 2022
7 Apartment Therapy Readers Reveal How the Student Loan Pause Changed Their LivesLife
When I landed my first job after earning my bachelor’s degree, I was making around $36,000 per year. Things were tight, to say the least, and making ends meet became even more difficult once payments for my student loans kicked in. My payments started at around $256 per month. That was also the year when my credit card debt began to pile on as I struggled to pay for, well, living life.
Feb 11, 2022
What This Simple, Common Saying Taught Me About BudgetingLife
While the original intention of “good, quick, and cheap” was meant to budget for sets, costumes, and props for a play or movie, I use it in my everyday life.
Jan 30, 2022
The 2 Ways To Tell What Counts as “Good Debt” and “Bad Debt”Life
Debt isn’t always a bad word.
Jan 25, 2022
9 Tax Deductions Every Freelancer and Small Business Owner Needs on Their RadarLife
Tax pros weigh in on what you can deduct that you might not know about, from museum visits to cups of coffee.
Jan 18, 2022
8 Common Money Mistakes You May Be Making — and How to Fix Them
Experts explain how to fix your financial blunders and get back on track.
Jan 15, 2022
6 Ways to Advocate for Yourself While Working from Home, According to HR Experts
There are plenty of ways to network and advance your career while working remotely.
Jan 13, 2022
4 Ways to Split the Bill if You Don’t Drink and Your Friends Do
Etiquette experts offer solutions to this tricky dilemma.
Jan 11, 2022
This Is Where a Finance Pro Says to Stash Your Down Payment Savings
Not all savings accounts are created equal.
Jan 10, 2022
5 Reasons Why Your Budget Isn’t Working — and How to Get Back on Track
Finance experts share practical tips for how to get your budget to actually work.
Jan 9, 2022
6 Smart Ways to Get Prepped for Taxes Ahead of Time
Yes, you can start getting organized even before you have all the forms.
Jan 8, 2022
7 Little Things That Can Help You Land a Raise This Year
If you’d like that extra bump in your salary this year, here's how to help your case.
Jan 7, 2022
A Guide to Quitting Your Job and Switching Careers in 2022
If you're interested in changing things up in your professional life this year, here's where to start.
Jan 6, 2022
Our Favorite Budgeting Tips From House Tours in 2021
Decking out your space doesn't have to break the bank.
Dec 27, 2021
3 Things to Do in 2022 If You Were Part of the Great Resignation
Here's what to know.
Dec 21, 2021
7 Ways Financial Experts Save Money, Even When Expenses Are High
It's not easy, but it's doable.
Dec 16, 2021
6 Important Things to Look for When Shopping for Secondhand Clothes
There are telltale signs you should pass on an article of clothing.
Dec 12, 2021
5 Budgeting Apps That Make Money Planning Easier
According to finance experts.
Dec 11, 2021
10 Instagram Accounts That Will Help You Stick to a Holiday Shopping Budget
Get ready to take notes.
Nov 29, 2021
An Easy 5-Step Guide to Auditing Your Subscriptions, According to Experts
On average, people pay $237.33 a month for monthly subscriptions like Netflix and Rent the Runway, which is nearly 200 percent more than they estimate spending when they’re asked on the spot.
Nov 29, 2021
How to Ask Someone to Pay You Back (Without Making It Awkward)
According to etiquette and money experts.
Nov 3, 2021
This $1 Fan-Favorite Dollar Store Cleaner Proves Your Home Can Sparkle on a Budget
This all-purpose cleaner deserves a permanent home in your cleaning caddy.
Oct 17, 2021
Why We Need to Start Talking About the Investment Gap
According to experts.
Oct 13, 2021
4 Important Money Lessons I Learned From Growing Up in Foster Care
My childhood wasn't easy, but it taught me important lessons about life and money.
Oct 13, 2021
The Simple Post-It Hack That Gave Me More Confidence to Ask for What I'm Worth
Asking for a higher rate as a freelancer can be tough. This post-it helped.
Oct 12, 2021
How the "Starve and Stack" Method of Saving Money Could Help You Buy a House
It sounds like a radical new diet, and it sort of is.
Sep 30, 2021
25 Super Creative Ways to Give Money as a Gift This Year
Ahead, find plenty of out-of-the-box ways to style cash as a present this year, so you can give the gift that’s always in style: money.
Sep 27, 2021
This Is the Credit Score You Really Need to Buy a House
Your eligibility for a home loan depends on a few factors.
Sep 17, 2021