Money I’ve Spent Since Joining Facebook in August 2017

The last time I was on social media I had a Friendster account. I can’t even tell you what year it was; all I know is that it was eleventy years ago.

A Friday Chat About Becoming a Licensed Architect

Featuring Billfolder LauraSmash!

Evaluating Days 2 and 3 of the NYT’s 7-Day Financial Tuneup

I haven’t gotten as much out of these exercises as I did out of that first question about identifying our values.

Friday Estimate

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

Why We’re Moving Into Our Parents’ Condo

It’s further away from our jobs. We won’t save much money right away. But we can start building a future.

Checking In With My Savings Plan: January 2018 Edition

In January, I received $5,483.51 in freelance earnings and $29.89 in book royalties, or $5,513.40 total.

Do 1 Thing to Protect Your Head and Hands

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

I’ve Had 12 Homes In the Past 15 Years

It was time to put down some roots.

Looking for Do 1 Thing?

It’ll run later today.

What to Expect From The Billfold in February

Here’s what a typical day on the site will look like.

I’ve Lived in Three Different Apartments in the Same Building. Here’s Why.

In a large city that’s teeming with places for rent, why have I chosen to live in the exact same space (that is lovely and convenient, but far from perfect) year in and year out? 

Have You Signed Up for The New York Times’ 7-Day Financial Tuneup?

I’m always looking for new insights into my finances!

Let’s Throw Some Money at Our Problems: January 2018 Monthly Check-In

Pull up those balances!

When Your Friend Moves Into Your Old Apartment

Why was I so uncomfortable with my friend living in the space I had once called home?

Question Wednesday

It’s Wednesday, which means it’s time to pass us your financial questions.

When Your Health Insurer Doesn’t Think It Was an Emergency

Some insurers are charging people for “non-emergency” ER visits — or denying claims in full.

What Happens When Your Friend Crashes With You During Their Apartment Hunt

Sharing an apartment with someone else is complicated in the best of times, and looking for an apartment is quite possibly the worst of times.

This Week’s Investing Update

I got an email from TIAA this morning letting me know that my rollover is in progress.

Add ‘Opportunity Costs’ to Your Must-Read (or Must-Listen) List

BuzzFeed recently teamed up with Death, Sex & Money to run a series of essays and podcasts under the theme “Opportunity Costs: Money and Class in America.”

I Have Been Trying to Move to the USA for Over 10 Years

Immigration is so expensive!

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.

School Support Staff Are Underpaid

This isn’t necessarily surprising — but the discussion of why people used to take school support jobs is a little weird.

A Love Story in Two Cross-Country Moves

I was planning on moving to Seattle. Then I met The Guy.

Apparently I’m Ahead of the “Buy All Your Groceries Online” Trend

I just put in my Hy-Vee Aisles Online order for February: 28 dinners, 18 pieces of fruit (to eat at lunch with my Huel), and assorted afternoon snacks.