Photo by Katie Harp via Unsplash.com Disclaimer: This post contains a promo code for a savings app. I've been mulling over writing this, because it's made me feel a bit icky (I would clearly benefit from it monetarily) and the last thing I want to do is come off as self-serving or inauthentic to my [...]
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A First-Timer’s FinCon19 Recap
Photo from getrichslowly.org You guys know I love writing and talking about money with everyone in my life-- it's awesome to learn what my family & friends believe about money, what we all have in common, and what we all do differently. I often find everyone has something to teach me, and I absolutely love [...]
Budgetting for an Upcoming Move | My June Budget
Photo by David Boca via Unsplash.com I'm navigating some semi-uncharted budget territory this month since I'm planning the expenses of moving. This means budgetting for a security deposit, first month's rent, moving fees, getting my plates and license changed (since I'll be moving from Maryland to DC), parking, furniture, and probably some other hidden costs. So [...]
On Anxiety, Time, and Social Media: An Experiment in Digital Minimalism
Photo by Viktor Talashuk via Unsplash.com I am addicted to my phone. Maybe this is not such a hot take, but I have been observing lately that it feels like everyone around me is addicted to their's, too, in a way that is (mostly) highly functional and completely socially acceptable. Truthfully, I'm the first person [...]
The False Guilt of Spending Big Money
Photo by Christian Koch via Unsplash.com Hey Team, Lately, I've been feeling mentally stuck with my budget and my money. I'm out of debt and therefore more financially free than ever, but I find myself unable to shake the feeling that I am not being a good steward of my finances. This came up very [...]
My May Budget
Photo by neONBRAND via Unsplash.com Hey Team, I have to admit that I felt very reluctant to write this post for a number of reasons. Firstly, I decided to entirely pause contributions to my 457 in favor of saving for some midterm goals. For some reason, I feel guilty about this. I think it's because [...]
Teachers Talk Money 