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…
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When You and Your Friends Are in Different Money Places
One of my favorite episodes of the TV show “Friends,” which has a pretty awesome name, is called “The One With Five Steaks and an…
How to Find Money That Belongs to You (That You Didn’t Know About)
Finding $20 in an old coat pocket is a sign of a great day. But imagine finding $250. That would be pretty awesome, right? It…
Hidden College Expenses: 4 Ways to Save
When I was in college, the start of a new school year always would fill me with excitement and anticipation. I wondered what I would…
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,…
How to Stop Relying on the Bank of Mom and Dad
When I started working after college, I was broke. When I found out I needed a root canal and a crown — to the tune…
Why My Dream Home Is A Small Home
When people talk about their dream home, they outline the features that they want — a fireplace, a fenced yard or an en suite bathroom…
How to Handle Financial Peer Pressure
When I left school, I was lucky enough to score a job at an all girls school right away. In the education field, getting a…
Saving for Retirement Doesn’t Have to Be Scary
I always knew that I wanted to be self-employed. There are many benefits to running my own business, from spending more time with my family…
3 Ways My Student Debt Has Actually Improved My Life
When I graduated from a private university, I had only a moderately useful degree in music. Oh, and a whole lot of student debt. I…
