I saved $7,000 on my wedding with 4 budget-friendly swaps and still had the party of my dreams
My fiancé and I could afford our dream wedding in 2024 by choosing budget-friendly alternatives and prioritizing strategic spending.
My Financial Life
When a single mother was laid off, her emergency fund kept her afloat — and now she has a plan for the future
Erin Ramos is a single mother who was laid off in late 2023. Her emergency fund got her through, and she's taking steps to prepare for the future.
Paying off my debt will make it easier to get my dream home, so I took on a side hustle to pay off $5,000
When I moved to another state, I took on a lot of debt. By focusing on just one goal, I was able to pay off some debt quickly.
More millennials are financially secure than you think, and some are stepping in to support parents and older family members
Millennials are often made fun of for their spending habits, but many are doing well and even supporting family members through financial challenges.
I grew up in poverty, but I'm doing 3 things to build my wealth and fight inflation
I plan on being able to retire early, but the biggest benefit of my financial plan is that I don't have to fear the unexpected.
My husband's work slowed dramatically as inflation picked up, but years of financial planning made us ready
Prisca Benson's husband abruptly found himself working far less last year, but despite a $60,000 reduction in income, they're thriving.
I have enough saved for a down payment, but I don't see any reason to stop renting
I could afford a down payment with my savings, but homeownership isn't the only way I can succeed financially — and right now, it's not for me.
Median household wealth for Black Americans is projected to hit $0 by 2053. My estate plan is designed to protect me from that.
An estate-planning attorney shares details behind the process and where some people's plans might fall short.
I'm always trying to save money, and I found a strategy that doesn't cost me joy
It may be difficult to slash your budget in response to inflation, but Jennifer Streaks says she didn't have to sacrifice her lifestyle to save money.
After paying $25,000 of credit-card debt, I'm ready to make the most of my clean slate
I didn't spend money irresponsibly, but I still found myself deep in debt and paying off interest every month — then I got a big windfall.