Money

14 Affordable But Adorable Ways To Celebrate Valentine's Day, Because You Can't Put A Price On Love

ByGriffin Wynne

If the winter holidays drained both your energy levels and your checking account, gearing up for Valentine's Day can seem stressful. Yet, with a little preplanning, finding some affordable ways to celebrate Valentine's Day can be the best method to…

The Best Budget Tips For Your Personality & Spending Habits, According To An Expert

ByJordan Bissell

Although I'm pretty good about saving my money and not spending cash I don't have, I have to admit that, sometimes, when a friend wants to grab dinner after a long week, I throw my budget in the backseat and let my debit card take the wheel for a…

You Can Do These 6 Side Hustles Straight From Your Bed, So You Never Have To Put On Pants

ByJordan Bissell

Getting to lounge in bed all day long is pretty much the definition of luxury, in my opinion. You have everything you really need: soft sheets, a warm comforter, and the most relaxing atmosphere you could ask for. Of course, having a soothing…

You Can Make Way More Money Than You'd Think In The New Year With These 6 Side Hustles

ByJordan Bissell

In a perfect world, I'd be able to afford to celebrate every single Taco Tuesday with my friends, travel to every city I've ever dreamed of visiting, and I wouldn't bat an eye at buying an enormous Anthropologie candle. Unfortunately, though, being…

The Best Hotel Rewards Programs For This Year Are Here & Don't Hit Snooze On The Deals

ByMarisa Casciano

When you're planning a trip, there's so much to consider. The destination is the easy part, because you have a bucket list full of dreamy places around the world that you want to go. But, finding the right accommodations and defining your travel…

This Study Will Validate All Your Feelings About Being Too Poor For, Well, Everything

ByHannah Golden

If you've been harangued by an elder for splurging on the cage-free, no-hormone-added, grass-fed eggs when your account balance is low, new research might offer some solace to justify it. Millennials are poorer than baby boomers, a new study by the…

5 Women Talk About What It's Like To Make More Money Than Their Partners & It's So Important

ByGriffin Wynne

Ariana Grande's recent bop "Successful" is iconic for two reasons. First, anything she makes is gold. Second, it's about young people, specifically young women, being successful in whatever they choose to do. Of course, success can be measured in an…

Here's How To Train Your Brain To Save Money, According To An Expert Researcher

ByAnnakeara Stinson

Saving money can be intimidating — I totally get it. Welcome to the club, my friend. Keeping an eye on your budgeting and expenses is one of those markers of adulthood that you don't even want to think about, like, at all, let alone actually do. But…

My Partner & I Managed Each Other's Money For A Week & I Hated Every Minute

ByIman Hariri-Kia

If you have to spend money to make money, then why aren't I a billionaire? Ever since I can remember, money management has been my greatest weakness. Gifts from the tooth fairy would be spent in minute on a pair of dangly earrings from Claire's.…

5 Conversations You & Your Partner Need To Have About Money Before Getting Engaged

ByJamie Kravitz

It may seem like common sense for you and your significant other to have a talk about money before getting engaged, but when it comes to having the actual discussion, it can be difficult to know where to begin. There are a number of specific…

A Study Shows That Cohabiting Couples Should Do This 1 Thing To Avoid Breaking Up

ByCandice Jalili

There are plenty of decisions to be made over the course of a relationship. In the beginning, there's the big decision of whether or not you want to even be in the relationship and, even once you've established that, there are still plenty of…

7 Ways To Save Money On Books Your First Year In College, Because They Cost How Much?

ByMarisa Casciano

Remember when Kristen Wiig was sitting on a plane in Bridesmaids and said, "Help me, I'm poor?" Yeah, I felt that. As much as you love college, it can be quick to drain your bank account. Everything just adds up — snacks at the cafeteria, notebooks…

8 Easy Ways To Save Money, If You're Sticking To A Budget For The First Time

ByMarisa Casciano

Being an "adult" means having and sticking to a budget. Right now, you may not have the funds for everything you want to do, and that's totally OK. You're probably working and have an idea of where you want to be. There are some easy ways to save…

17 Bougie Ways To Blow Your Bonus That'll Have You Living In The Moment

ByRachel Chapman

Hallelujah — you just got paid! A big bonus is coming your way, and you have two options right now: save it or spend it. As someone who is just trying to live her best life, I would go for the spend it route. A big bonus like this doesn't come…

22 Fascinating Questions To Ask Your Partner To Take Your Bond To The Next Level

ByJamie Kravitz

Getting to know your partner better doesn't have to stop after those initial dates or the first few weeks of being official. Whether you've been with your significant other for three months, a year, or even longer, you should keep asking each other…

7 Of The Best Ways To Spend Your Money In Your 20s

ByJasmine Vaughn-Hall

Managing your money in your 20s is one of the most rewarding (and at times, challenging) parts of the decade. You're taking charge of your finances, so you should become familiar with the best ways to spend your money in your 20s, to ensure you…

5 Budget-Friendly Summer Road Trips You Can Take With Your College BF Or GF

ByJamie Kravitz

One of the best parts of being in college is the freedom you have during summer break. You haven't yet entered the "real world," which means you're able to travel without any real responsibilities holding you back. Unfortunately, being in school…

Science Says Millennials Think It's "Too Much Effort" To Go Out & You're Damn Right It Is

My time to be a party girl came and went during my junior year of college when, fresh out of a long-distance relationship, I decided to “let loose” and join my friends at frat parties every Tuesday night. We also got thirsty on Thursdays, and it was…

This Is The One Major Factor To Consider Before Deciding To Try Long-Distance

ByJamie Kravitz

When I decided to try a long-distance relationship with my now ex-boyfriend, we were both nervous about how often we would be able to see each other. This was a big reason why we chose not to officially define the relationship at first, but we…

I Moved In With My Boyfriend To Save Money & It Led To A Broken Engagement

The breakup itself was relatively quick and painless. After months of fighting and sleeping in separate bedrooms, it was as if we had both hit our breaking point. It wasn’t like the breakups you see in the movies -- no smashing of dishes or calling…