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No Spend July 2026
Budgeting Challenge July? We are not spending a single dollar we do not have to. You in? Welcome to No Spend July — a 31-day challenge where you and I...
Inflation, the National Debt, and Your Money: What You Actually Need to Know
Inflation is up, interest rates may rise, and the national debt is growing. Here is what it all means for your money and how to position your investments right now.
How to Ask for a Raise This Summer (And Actually Get It)
Midyear is the best time to ask for a raise, not December. Here is how to prepare, what to say, and how to walk in confident and ready.
What Is the Best Place for Your Uninvested Cash Right Now?
Cash sitting idle is losing value to inflation. Here is exactly where to put your uninvested cash based on your timeline and your goals.
The Money Mirror — Free Spending Reality Check Workbook
Go look in your closet real quick. How much money is just sitting there unworn, unused, with the tags still on? The Money Mirror is a free 4-page workbook that helps you see exactly where your money went — no shame, just clarity.
6 Money Tips Every College Student Needs to Hear Before Fall
College is the perfect time to build money habits that last a lifetime. Here are 6 financial tips every student needs before heading back to school this fall.
The One Document Your Family Needs That Most People Never Write
A letter of instruction is the one document most people never write, and the one their family needs most. Here is what it is and how to create one today.
Should You Put Your Home in a Trust? Here Is What You Need to Know
Putting your home in a trust can help your family avoid probate and protect your legacy. Here is what a trust is, how it works, and whether it is the right move for you.
3 Midyear Tax Moves That Could Save You Money Before December
You still have time to reduce your 2026 tax bill. Here are three midyear tax moves worth making before December 31 that could save you real money.
Student Loan Repayment Plans Are Changing: What Borrowers Need to Know Now
Federal student loan repayment plans are changing in 2026. Here is what is happening, what the new Repayment Assistance Plan means, and what you need to do before July 1.
Social Security Could Run Out in 2032. Here Is What You Need to Do Right Now.
Social Security could run out in 2032, cutting benefits by 00 per month. Here is what you need to do right now to protect your retirement regardless of what Congress does.
Pension Decisions That Could Affect Your Income for Life: What You Need to Know
If you have a pension, the decisions you make before retirement can permanently affect your monthly income. Here is what you need to know before you choose your payout option.