A Primer On Buying Your First Car Ready for sticker shock? The average price of a new vehicle in the U.S. was $49,353 in early 2026, according to Kelley Blue Book. Even if buying used is on your agenda, the average price of a used car is now hovering at $25,287, so still not a steal.
What Steps Should I Take to Simplify My Budget? Question: What steps should I take to simplify my budget? I've never been very "money-minded," and because I find budgeting difficult (and frankly NOT fun), I've never had a budget for longer than a few weeks.
The 30-Minute Budget Reset QUESTION: My spending has felt a little out of control lately. How can I give my budget a realistic reset without overwhelming myself?
The 30-Minute Budget Reset for 2026 QUESTION: My spending felt a little out of control this year. How can I give my budget a realistic reset for 2026 without overwhelming myself?
Romance Scams 101: How to Protect Your Heart and Your Wallet Question: I'm dating again after a long time, and I keep hearing horror stories about romance scams. How can I tell the difference between someone who's genuinely interested in me and someone who's trying to take advantage of me?
Raising Money-Smart Kids in an Instant-Gratification World Question: How do I raise money-smart kids when my child constantly wants the latest thing they see their friends playing with, and everything around them screams "buy it now"? What can I actually do to instill good habits now?
Love and Money: How to Talk Without Tension Question: My wife and I struggle to talk about money without fighting. And because we know those conversations are likely to end in a fight, we often just avoid the topic, which means that small issues build up until they become big problems. I want to make an effort to stop money fights before they start... but how?
