10 reasons why so many people retire poor
With the cost of living going up and the minimum wage going down, the number of poor retirees is on the rise. Workers can barely stick their necks above the waters, and people are forced […]
11 truths about money that could change your life
I have been interested in personal finance for over a decade now. I’ve learned a lot about money, investing, and the psychology behind money. I have a bachelor’s degree in economics and a master’s degree […]
If you’re scared of doing this with your money, you aren’t alone
Most people worry about money, and some of them even have a fear of spending money. Americans think and worry about money most of the time. At least 70% of Americans are in debt, with at least […]
35 money facts that seem too weird to be true
These were originally written for a trivia night with friends, but they went over so well that I wanted to share with you 35 amusing facts about money you should absolutely know. I will specify, […]
A small business guide to identifying & preventing payroll fraud
When you think about employee theft in your company, you likely consider acts such as employees stealing inventory or company or customer information through cyber fraud. But, there’s another way that they can siphon […]
How to buy a home when you’re single
Buying a house as a single woman has become more mainstream over the past few decades. This rise is partly due to an increase in the share of households headed by single women and […]
The best college towns in America
With many colleges opting to go back to in-person this fall, they are navigating a second year of pandemic measures. For many, proof of vaccination and a negative COVID test are now as commonplace as […]
8 hidden moving expenses you shouldn’t ignore
Whether you’re moving across the country or just across town, one of the first things you should do before loading up your boxes is create a moving budget. This will help you make sure your […]
These American cities have the most affordable mansions
If life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness are our inalienable rights, and homeownership the prevailing American dream, where on the spectrum of driving desires does owning a great big house fall? For most of us, mansion […]
46 tips for joining the real world
It’s finally happened: You got the degree, a fancy new job (or a few prospects to choose from), a lease or mortgage, and maybe a dog or cat. Life is great, right? Well, maybe not […]