Real financial wellness tips given by real people

Introverted. Antisocial. Shy. Psychopathic. There’s a range of words to describe people who don’t exactly love interacting with the public. If that’s you, we know it’s not that you dislike people—or maybe you do—it’s just that day-to-day life is so people-y all the time. We get it. So you might be thinking ‘can’t a person …

When the weather starts to get warmer, it’s a great time for some outdoor DIY projects. It’s a perfect excuse to be outside, and it also means making improvements to your outdoor spaces that you can enjoy all summer long. Here are some DIY project ideas that you can do by yourself or that the …

In the world of finance and money, there are some terms and phrases that we don’t use anywhere else. Have you ever wondered where they came from? If you have, you’ll find these origin stories interesting. If you haven’t, they might help you win at pub trivia one day! You might recognize the first part, …

Finance book. Just seeing those two words together can make you feel like you just took two Benadryl. But before you nod off, check out this list… because there are some finance books that can teach you interesting things to help you build strong financial habits. And—here’s the real surprise—some of them are actually interesting, …

It’s spring! Days are getting longer, and the temperatures are getting warmer—it’s a perfect time for some fun outdoor activities. Here are some activities that are affordable, easy to do in most areas, and will keep you and your family entertained while you enjoy the spring weather. 1. Jump rope Most of us remember jumping …

The April 15 tax filing deadline is fast approaching—where did the time go? No one looks forward to tax season (except maybe accountants), but here are a few quick tax tips to make sure it isn’t any more painful than it has to be. This one seems obvious, but a lot of people don’t realize …

Everyone can use a side hustle to boost their income. With the gig economy growing faster each year, there are more ways than ever before to make extra money in your spare time. Depending on the side hustle you choose, you might get paid weekly or monthly—or even right away. Sometimes there’s a minimum dollar …

With the cost of food (and just about everything else) going up all the time, finding ways to grow your own can save you a lot of money on your weekly meals. Learning how to plant a garden is easy to do, and it can be a fun and satisfying project the whole family can …

Snacks are an important part of everyone’s day (maybe even a highlight) but they’re not always affordable. Grocery store snacks like granola bars, crackers, and yogurt tubes can add up fast. And a lot of times, these types of packaged snacks have a lot of sugar, sodium, preservatives, and trans fats—so they’re not an ideal …

Homesteading can be a wonderful way to become more self-sufficient by producing and crafting food and other essentials instead of buying them. It can mean a back to basics lifestyle that’s more sustainable, and learning new skills that are empowering and satisfying. Whether you have a little space or a lot, here are some homesteading …

A rainy day—or one that’s too hot or cold for going outside—can be a good excuse to stay home and watch movies, or clean out your closet. Sometimes though, you just really, really need to get out of the house. (This might be especially urgent if you have children trapped inside with you.) But where …

Spending time with friends is important, but it can be hard to find the time. Everyone’s busy with work and family stuff, and before you know it weeks have gone by and you haven’t seen each other. But social time doesn’t have to be a big commitment—you can put together a simple, affordable party without …