The Unexpected Costs of Getting Ready for a Baby

There are a lot of unexpected costs.

Do 1 Thing That’s Minty Fresh

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

This Isn’t How Socialism Works

Yes, this is about the Donald Trump Jr. tweet.

The Cut Cut Cut Act

Also known as the Trump tax cuts.

Hot Boredom, or Why Trying to Save Money Sometimes Causes Me to Spend More

Buying something because you’re tired of asking yourself whether you should buy it.

The Cost of Moving: Healthcare

I’m going to be applying for two different ACA plans in the next month.

Checking In With My Savings Plan: October 2017 Edition

In October, I received $4,900 in freelance earnings and $333.66 in book royalties, or $5,236.66 total.

How I Picked My Bank (Badly)

And why I’m picking a new one (slowly).

Question Wednesday

It’s Wednesday, which means it’s time to release our financial questions.

How Much Did You Spend on Halloween Candy This Year?

This post doesn’t go where you think it will.

Money With a Side of Guilt

On borrowing money from your parents.

The Cost of Moving: Getting My Stuff Halfway Across the Country

It’s going to cost me $1,661 to move my stuff from Seattle to Cedar Rapids, and that’s the best deal I could find.

Let’s Throw Some Money at Our Problems: October 2017 Monthly Check-In

Pull up those balances!

The Cost of the Halloween Costume I Won’t Be Buying This Year

Here’s a look at the cost of a somewhat last-minute Britney costume.

Share Your Success Tuesday

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

Equifax-Related Identity Theft Might Be Happening

We can’t prove this identity theft is related to the Equifax breach, but it seems like a reasonable assumption.

The Cost of Saying No

I “warned” my parents for over a year that I would be getting married and moving out soon, and reminded them multiple times that I would not be able to provide as much financial or physical help.

How a Person With a Car-Related Financial Quandary Does Money

Elizabeth (not her real name) is a 30-year-old education professional in Philadelphia.

When You Think You’re Eligible for Student Loan Forgiveness

…and then discover that you aren’t.

What My Car Cost Me

Comparing the cost of my used car to the cost of buying a new one.

Monday Check-In

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

A Friday Chat About the Trump Tax Plan

Featuring Billfolder squarestateknitter!

Einstein’s Thoughts on Happiness Sell for $1.8 Million

Turns out Einstein gives pretty good tips.

Why Separate Bank Accounts Have Been a Relationship Game-Changer

First, let me say my husband and I are obviously slow learners. We tried to have a joint checking account for 20 years.