One of the most consequential financial decisions we ever make is choosing who to marry. Ramit Sethi, author of the New York Times best-seller I Will Teach You To Be Rich, highlights this idea, noting how the person we marry
Have you noticed how car commercials rarely advertise the actual price of the car? Instead, they highlight something much more digestible: a monthly payment of $599. It’s a strategy that seems to work. Plenty of us are comfortable financing tens
Today’s post isn’t about dramatic challenges or crazy money-saving hacks. I’m not talking about cutting everything you enjoy out of life or always buying the cheapest option, although there can be a time and place for that. Honestly, I’ve had
The more I explore FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early), the more I see that most conversations begin with numbers. Of course, this makes sense. If you’re considering this lifestyle, it’s natural to start with the practical questions. Financial independence is,
Every now and then, an ordinary to-do ends up teaching you something invaluable. Brian and I experienced this as we finalized our estate plan. As you might guess, estate planning doesn’t typically top the list of priorities for most people
It seems easier than ever for money to slip through the cracks. You’d think that big financial mistakes cause the most damage, but more often than not, it’s the everyday distractions that drain money. Between endless notifications, constant encouragement to
I think society often overlooks personal wins. Generally, we’re taught to measure progress through major milestones like graduation, marriage, or even buying a new home. Financial success tends to follow a similar pattern. We celebrate the new job offer with
Have you ever wrapped up a weekend and wondered where your money actually went? I mentioned in a recent post how pricey everyday life has become, and it really does feel like low-key weekends aren’t so low-cost anymore. In all
I will forever champion diversity as a necessary part of understanding both differences and similarities. Seriously, how dull would life be if we all shared the same perspective? It would stall innovation and societal growth. On an individual level, it
It’s a costly time to be alive these days! With groceries, gas, and utilities ticking higher and higher, I thought it’d be a good idea to reflect on what frugal habits have worked in our favor. I’m naturally thrifty, though