Investing like a millionaire doesn't work for a simple reason: You aren't one
The wealthiest investors can afford to take big gambles, but for most people, steady, long-term growth in passive investments makes more sense.
Don't panic if you're expecting a big tax bill — you have 4 options
It might be tempting to put off filing taxes because you expect a big bill, but the IRS has several options to make a tax bill less burdensome.
As a personal finance writer, I have mixed feelings about financial literacy
Financial education in America focuses almost entirely on personal responsibility. For many marginalized people, I worry that advice is harmful.
I thought someone would walk me through getting my first mortgage, but I was shocked to find out I was on my own
Mortgage brokers, loan officers and real estate agents are sales people, so you'll need to do some research and vet the information you rely on.
My student loan balance has ballooned by over $30,000 since college, but I'll never be shamed into refinancing
Student loan debt is often framed as a moral failing, but I don't think it's worth losing the unique protections of federal loans by refinancing.
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My partner and I are both self-employed, and it's the main reason we aren't afraid of a recession
Because my partner and I are both service-based business owners, our income is diversified — which will protect us in the next recession.
8 ways LGBTQ+ Americans can build wealth starting now
Wealth in our culture means security and power, and the LGBTQ+ community can wield those to make a difference.
4 painless personal finance apps for people who hate thinking about money
If you want to make managing your money simple and painless, try Acorns, Prism, Digit, or Varo for banking and investing.
I learned 'good work ethic' growing up working class, but I wish my parents had showed me money could be easier
Writer Dana Miranda's parents taught her how to thrive when you're "not born rich." But that meant all work and depriving yourself of comfort and joy.