Spring Date Ideas That Won’t Break Your Budget
My boyfriend and I are relatively simple people. We enjoy binge-watching “Hell’s Kitchen,” and while we sometimes dabble in the occasional happy hour or 90s…
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Get in the Driver’s Seat When It Comes to Saving: How to Budget for a Big Purchase
Saving up for a big purchase can feel daunting. Paralyzing, even. How can I afford a new phone if I can barely buy myself lunch…
Fighting Lifestyle Inflation: How to Save More When You Make More
Every time I get a raise (or let’s face it, even when someone finally Venmos me for drinks from two months ago), I feel like…
5 Valentine’s Day Ideas That Won’t Leave You Broke
Getting out of the house for Valentine’s Day can be way more costly than your typical date. The first time I planned a Valentine’s dinner…
8 Tips for Creating a Budget that Sticks
Living on your own for the first time is an exciting way to assert your independence. Moving out for good (or even temporarily) is a…
How to Politely Decline Something You Can’t Afford
I spent my 20s trying to keep up with the Joneses. The problem was, I lived in New York City, where the Joneses were basically…
Splurge or Save? How To Make Good Spending Decisions for Your First Apartment
When I moved out of my parents’ house two and a half years ago, I remember feeling so nervous that I found myself sporadically crying…
Plan Your Fall Budget in 4 Easy Steps
Fall is absolutely my favorite season. The weather gets a little crisp, the autumn baking (and pumpkin spice latte season) begins, holidays start rolling up,…
A Guide to Practical Self-Care
These days, the word “self-care” often means “treat yourself.” It means buying that flight, ordering dessert, or binge-watching romantic comedies until the wee hours of…
Decorating Your New Apartment? Here’s How to Be Kind to Your Wallet (and the Planet)
Livable, aesthetically pleasing spaces are important to me. Yes, I used to be able to function in a 10’x10’ college dorm room where decorations consisted…