Teaching Teens About Money: What Schools Still Aren’t Covering
Most high schoolers will graduate knowing how to analyze a poem or memorize the periodic table – but not how to budget their paycheck, build credit, file taxes, or invest their 401k. That’s not their fault. Financial education is still missing from the core curriculum in most U.S. schools. And while the world keeps getting […]
How to Raise Financially Responsible Kids (Without Shame or Guilt)
Here’s the truth most people don’t say out loud: a lot of us were never taught how to manage money. So when it comes time to teach our kids? We freeze. Not because we don’t care – but because we’re afraid to get it wrong. If that’s you, you’re not alone. Maybe you’re still figuring […]
House Hacking 101: How to Live Cheap (or Free) While Building Wealth
Let’s talk about one of the most powerful (and underrated) wealth-building strategies out there—especially for anyone feeling squeezed by rising rent or mortgage payments: house hacking. At its core, house hacking is about using your home to generate income—so that your cost of living goes down, your financial breathing room goes up, and your long-term […]
The Ultimate Graduation Gift: Set Your Graduate Up for Financial Success
Graduation season is a time of celebration, a moment to recognize the hard work and achievements of students as they embark on a new chapter in their lives. Traditionally, we often give gifts like cash, gift cards, or household items. But what if we could give a gift that has the potential to impact their […]
Financial Sexism: How It Impacts Your Wallet (and What to Do About It)
It’s Women’s History Month, so let’s talk about something important: financial sexism. It’s not always obvious, but it is an issue that can impact women’s financial well-being in countless ways. From the persistent pay gap (which doesn’t always show up the way you expect!) to the “pink tax” on everyday products, women can face systemic […]
Gamifying Personal Finance: Make Money Management Fun!
I love money – working with it, talking about it, making it, using it. But as many people tell me, I’m a money nerd, and that the topic of personal finance is as exciting as…well…taxes. No one – not even me – wants to do taxes. And that’s part of the reason a lot of […]
Top 5 Money Mistakes People Make
We’ve all done it – committed some major financial faux-pas. Even the most financially literate person missteps at some point! The key is to admit that you made a mistake, and to know how to pivot and repair the damage. A mistake doesn’t have to shatter your financial foundation. So, let’s discuss the top five […]
Make Your Money Work for You: Smart Spending and Saving Tips for Teens
Make Your Money Work for You: So, you’ve landed that awesome after-school or summer job, and your first paycheck is burning a hole in your pocket. Don’t worry, we’ve all been there! But before you splurge on that latest gadget or trendy outfit, let’s talk about how to make your hard-earned cash work for you. […]
Power Up Your Finances: Top Books to Read to Transform Your Money Mindset
Conquering your finances can feel like climbing Mount Everest. But fear not, fellow adventurer! Just like any summit, the journey to financial security is paved with knowledge and the right tools. In this case, those tools are incredible books to read – each written by financial gurus who have been there, done that, and are […]
Money & Marriage: Achieving Financial Independence Together (Without the Fights!)
Sipping frothy tropical drinks on a beach, free from the rat race. Sounds amazing, right? It also may sound impossible – on your own, but even more with two people, accounting for two different approaches to money, two different spending styles, two people’s wants and needs. But it IS achievable. Let’s talk about how you […]