What the Fidget Spinner Teaches Us About Retailer Attention Spans

Yes, I know the fidget spinner is old news—but that’s the point.

Ellen Pao Goes In-Depth on Sexism in Silicon Valley

Today’s must-read longread.

Question Wednesday

It’s Wednesday, which means it’s time to pose those financial questions.

Today’s Ask A Manager Is the Best Ask A Manager Ever

“I ghosted my ex, and she’s about to be my new boss.”

You Still Can’t Get Rich Quick Reselling Eclipse Glasses

Not even “experienced eclipse glasses.”

The Secret Service Doesn’t Have Enough Money to Pay Agents

They’ve blown through their entire budget working to secure President Trump’s multiple residences.

Share Your Success Tuesday

It’s Tuesday, which means it’s time to share our recent financial successes.

What’s Your Financial Goal for This Week?

It’s Monday, which means it’s time to set a financial goal for the week.

The Cost of Setting Up a New Website

A few weeks ago I wrote about wanting to go from “social media renter” to “website homeowner,” and I am proud to announce that as of this weekend, NicoleDieker.com no longer redirects to my Tumblr.

This Week in Pods

Yes, we have frozen yogurt pods now.

If You Looked at the Eclipse Today, You Cost America $694 Million

You monster.

Monday Check-In

It’s Monday, which means it’s time to check in with our weekend spending.

A Friday Chat About Buying Washing Machines on Store Credit Cards

Featuring Billfolder The Other Ginger!

How a Former Software Tester Does Money

Kathy is a 55-year-old former software tester in Los Angeles.

Checking In With My August Budget

Since we’re halfway through the month—a little over halfway, now—it’s time to check in on my earnings and expenses.

You Can’t Get Rich Quick Reselling Eclipse Glasses

And you probably shouldn’t put all of those eclipse glasses on your credit card.

Friday Estimate

It’s Friday, which means it’s time to estimate our weekend spending.

Here’s One Thing Millennials Aren’t Killing

Guess what it is.

When You’re On a First Date, Who Pays?

The Why Oh Why podcast asks the question—and gets several different answers.

The Pumpkin Plan: A Billfold Book Review

I liked The Pumpkin Plan significantly less than I liked Profit First.

Do 1 Thing to Protect Your Eyes

It’s Thursday, which means it’s time to Do 1 Thing.

We Should Probably Discuss the Texas Thing

Texas just passed a bill requiring people to buy supplementary health insurance if they want abortion services to be included in their coverage.

Half of Us Are Planning to Move Somewhere Else

It isn’t just people in big coastal cities who plan on moving elsewhere: 85 percent of people in Tallahassee plan on moving, along with 57 percent of people in Raleigh, 76 percent of people in Providence, etc. etc. etc.

School Tells Parents That Their Kids Can Cut the Lunch Line for $100

A school in Polk County, Florida recently sent orientation packets to parents that included a “special offer:” make a $100 donation to the Parent-Teacher-Student-Alliance and your kid will get to cut the lunch line!

Question Wednesday

It’s Wednesday, which means its time to ask those pointed financial questions.