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…
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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…
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,…
4 Ways To Build Good Financial Habits in Your 20s
Growing up, I always felt that money was a taboo subject that should not be discussed. However, when I graduated from college, started full-time work,…
5 Birthday Gifts to Give When You’re Broke
I’m one of those people who loves the hunt for the perfect birthday gift. I also absolutely love my own birthday — going so far…
A Return on Investment: 3 Ways to Build Spiritually Sustainable Finance Habits
As tax season winds down, finances seem to be on everyone’s mind, or, decidedly out of mind. About five years ago, I remember being especially…
Keep It Budget-Friendly: 6 Summer Friend Dates That Won’t Break the Bank
Summer is always full of activities and outdoor fun, but all those extra outings can put a serious strain on your wallet. A new survey…
Your Wedding Season Survival Guide
Ah, wedding season. The happy, yet at times exhausting summer period where it seems as if a friend gets married every weekend. As you move…
Ready, Set, Save for Your Summer Getaway
Summer days and cornflower blue skies are just around the corner. A good summer vacation is like a refreshing drink of cold brew coffee: invigorating,…
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…