Financial Advice

Many people make financial resolutions in January when New Years rolls around. They promise themselves that they will get their finances in shape and manage their money better. But how many of us actually keep these promises? We’re already halfway through the year. How many of those resolutions were you able to keep? There’s certainly […]

Getting your first apartment is a rite of passage. Whether you’re finally moving out of your parent’s house or leaving your dorm days behind, the freedom of your first place is exhilarating. It does come with many more responsibilities as well. First and foremost, of course, are the new expenses you’re going to have. Moving […]

Unfortunately, finances are not a subject in which most people get a thorough, practical education. We’re often left to our own devices. As a result, we often make some ill-informed decisions or come to faulty conclusions. Why can’t they just teach us about credit card debt or how to do our taxes in high school? […]

Recently, a restaurant tried to scam me. Even worse, they actually succeeded! It was minor, but I’m still kicking myself over not noticing it at the time. Here’s what happened. The other day, I went out dinner with my cousin. (It was delicious, by the way.) Once the bill arrived, the waitress whipped out the […]