How we pay for things has a LOT of implications. Chances are whether you use “cash, debit, or credit” is more a result of habit than a thoughtful approach to your spending. “I use my…

This week on the podcast we’re answering your questions! 1 – Should we go with a cash out mortgage refinance in order to pay off student loans? 2 – Can I contribute to a self…

Fees are a major pain and they’ve worked their way into so many different industries! We recently talked about travel lodging and discussed the annoyance of the countless fees that might get tacked on: resort…

On average, we lose 3 hours of productivity every single day due to distractions! There are countless ways that we’re distracted in our lives today, and these distractions are keeping us from doing the things…

When 99% of American companies are small businesses, it’s no exaggeration to say that these businesses are the backbone of our country. These startups have been responsible for almost all new job creation over the…

This week on the podcast we’re answering your questions! 1 – Should I close a credit card that has a $40 annual fee? 2 – As a minor with my first job, where should I…

Before you’re tempted to rush out and pounce on those Black Friday deals: How amazing is it that we live in a world where there are so many ‘free’ things all around us? And how…

Kristin Wong is passionate about helping people understand money in an accessible way. She started Lifehacker’s personal finance blog called Two Cents and she also authored the book “Get Money” last year – which is…

There are times in our lives as consumers, that we’re faced with a decision: even though I can’t afford it, do I buy this thing that I really want? “Ohhh, that new iPhone looks really…

This week on the podcast we’re answering your questions! 1 – Should I make additional principal payments on my mortgage? 2 – I want to open a flexible account for my daughters- what should it…