Wow — can you believe the year is nearly over? That means it’s time to start thinking about your 2026 goals. A new year is a fresh opportunity to make meaningful change. Unfortunately, only about 8% of people actually keep their resolutions each year. Even more startling: 25% of people give up on their goals … Read more

Do you want to learn how to make an extra $500 a month? If you’re like many people, earning an additional $500 a month can make a real difference. It can move you off the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle, give you breathing room in your budget, or become the start of savings for a big goal like … Read more

Are you interested in learning how to start a subscription box business? Below is a clear, practical guide on how to launch a subscription box and grow it into a profitable side hustle or full-time business. The content is based on an interview with subscription box entrepreneur Sarah Williams, who scaled a subscription box business … Read more

Life can be exhausting at times, so it’s important to find meaningful ways to treat yourself. Between long workweeks, endless chores, and the effort it takes to nurture relationships with friends and family, everyone deserves occasional rewards and moments of rest. Many people assume treating themselves requires spending a lot of money, but that isn’t … Read more

Money stress affects many people. According to a Better Money Habits Millennial Report, 41% of millennials are chronically stressed about money. Of those surveyed, 65% say financial stress affects their overall well-being, 49% say it harms relationships, 42% report impacts on physical health, and 22% say money worries interfere with their work. That is a … Read more

If you’ve ever wondered what the nomadic lifestyle is really like, I’ve been traveling full-time for more than five years and I’m always happy to share my experiences. Our journey began in 2013 when my husband and I left our day jobs to become location independent. We started traveling more and spending more time outdoors … Read more

Wondering how to handle money problems in a relationship? A reader recently emailed me, “Financial stress is destroying my marriage. What can I do?” Unfortunately, that message is far from unique. Over the years, many people have asked how to manage finances with a partner. A well-read post from 2014—“HELP! My Significant Other Makes Me … Read more

When I first wrote this piece, we hadn’t received any offers and were feeling discouraged. Since then, we accepted an offer and expect the sale to close in July. Nearly four months have passed and our house still hasn’t sold. We’ve had 30 showings with positive feedback, yet no offers—not even a lowball bid. The … Read more

After publishing my guide on how to start a blog with WordPress (which explains choosing a domain, self-hosting, and the reasons to invest in your own blog hosting), I received many questions about switching from Blogger (Blogspot) to self-hosted WordPress. Readers asked about the migration process, which platform is better, and what to expect when … Read more