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Moving is Wildly Expensive. These 8 Tips Will Help.
by Paulette Perhach
Moving requires a shockingly large outlay of resources in both time and money. Here’s how to set a realistic budget—and stick to it.
What You (Really) Need to Know Before Moving
by Dorie Chevlen
From hiring movers to buying packing boxes to getting that new couch, here’s what you need to move and settle into your new home.
Ask Wirecutter: How Do I Stop Wasting Money on Unnecessary Tech Upgrades?
by Annemarie Conte
How to fight the urge to always get the latest, “greatest” thing.
How Selling My Old Clothes on Depop Funded a Trip to Tokyo
by Caira Blackwell
Here’s how to use Depop, a social shopping app, to sell your unwanted clothes and make extra cash.
Simple Tricks to Save Money (and Refresh What You Already Own)
by Arriana Vasquez
From picking the freshest produce to repurposing your furniture, here are our best budget-saving ideas for your home.
When Romance Ruins Your Southwest Companion Pass Master Plan
by Sally French
One woman applied for a credit card just to get the Southwest Companion Pass. But after breaking up with her boyfriend, the pass turned into a huge headache.
How to Find the Best CPA or Tax Accountant Near You
by Janet Berry-Johnson
Here are tips and recommendations on how to hire a CPA or tax accountant near you—or further afield, if your local options are limited.
“My Debt Equaled My Salary”: How Clinton Kelly Paid Off $45k in Credit Card Debt in 3 Years
by Clinton Kelly
Clinton Kelly’s credit card debt once matched his annual salary. Here’s how he got back in the black.
’Twas the Fight Before Christmas: Holiday Spending for Couples
by Elizabeth Kiefer
Here’s how real couples manage the stress and tension of mismatched expectations around how much to spend during the holidays.
My Husband Paid Off My Debt. Why Does That Still Make Me So Uncomfortable?
by Elizabeth Kiefer
Going from “my” finances to “our” finances can chafe. Here’s how one woman built a shared financial identity that didn’t leave her feeling compromised.
How to See the Best of San Francisco on $100
by Sally French
San Francisco is one of the most expensive cities in the world, but if you closely follow this four-day itinerary, your visit won’t cost more than $100.
An Oral History of the World’s First Viral Credit Card
by Taylor Tepper
People went gaga for the Chase Sapphire Reserve, filming unboxing videos that helped to create the first viral credit card. Here’s why it was so special.
The Unbearable Lightness of Money Diaries
by Taylor Tepper
Money diaries give you a peek into someone else’s spending—but may leave you with a bad taste in your mouth.
Reading Your Credit Report Can Be Confusing. Read Mine.
by Taylor Tepper
Your credit report may contain some important errors that can cost you thousands. But you’ll never know if you don’t look.