Do you have a financial plan? Money can cause a lot of stress. Whether your goal is to save more, pay off debt, or simply feel more in control, creating a financial plan might seem intimidating. The good news is that you don’t need a finance degree or a complex spreadsheet to make progress. You … Read more

Not a great picture, but it’s one of the only pictures I have from my trips in the past year that has me in it. My official last day at my day job was October 11, 2013. Since that date falls on a Saturday this year, I’m sharing my first annual self-employment update a few … Read more

Are you looking for the best advice for graduates? Whether you or someone you know is finishing high school or college, here are practical tips and thoughtful guidance to help navigate this important transition. Graduation is a major life milestone. You’ve worked hard to reach this point, and now you’re stepping into an uncertain but … Read more

Hello! This guest post is from Melissa Brock, sharing her thought process about whether to pay off her mortgage. Melissa Brock is a 12-year veteran of college admission, founder of College Money Tips and Money editor at Benzinga. She helps families navigate finances and the college search process. Enjoy! My husband and I like to … Read more

Hello! This post is written by my wonderful sister from her blog FITnancials. She’s getting ready to leave for a summer volunteer trip to Peru. I’m a proud sister! Hello, I’m Alexis, the author of Fitnancials.com and Michelle’s younger sister. Michelle encouraged me to start my own blog because I’m passionate about fitness and personal … Read more

Do you want to learn how to turn $1,000 into $10,000? Turning $1,000 into $10,000 may seem ambitious, but with planning, effort, and creativity, it’s achievable. Whether you’re seeking extra income, launching a side business, or simply want to grow your savings quickly, there are multiple practical paths to consider. Best Ways To Turn $1,000 … Read more

Today you’ll learn how to create a blog on your own. Blogging transformed my life and allowed me to earn thousands of dollars a month by doing what I love. You can start a blog that earns money for only a few dollars a month. Below I explain affordable hosting options I recommend and how … Read more

Are you looking for effective strategies to pay off student loans? Want to know the best way to tackle student loan debt? In this article I explain how I paid off my student loans, share practical tips to help you pay down debt faster, and answer common questions about how student loans work. I graduated … Read more

Today’s piece is written by my sister-in-law and editor, Ariel Gardner. You may recall her from the article How Saying “No” to Money Is Saving Me Money. This is a subject we care deeply about, so I was glad when she offered to write about it. Enjoy her thoughts below! I love the holiday season—spending … Read more

Can you believe the year is almost over? That means many of us are thinking about setting goals and planning our 2026 New Year’s resolutions. The start of a new year is an ideal moment to look forward and consider what’s possible in the months ahead. Yet while intentions are common, follow-through often isn’t: only … Read more