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Budgeting
my two cents
Mar. 31, 2022
‘Is It Worth Trying to Save Money When I Make So Little?’
Focus on a savings habit instead of a savings goal.
By
Charlotte Cowles
my two cents
Mar. 24, 2022
How to Run Your Own Business Without Burning Out
Patrice Washington on creating boundaries and taking Wednesdays off.
By
Charlotte Cowles
my two cents
Mar. 17, 2022
6 Women on How They Raised Money to Start a Business
“Asking a family friend if I can borrow money just isn’t a reality for me.”
By
Charlotte Cowles
my two cents
Mar. 10, 2022
‘I’m Tired of Being Broke in L.A. Should I Move Back Home?’
Your discomfort is a signal that you need to make a change, and that’s good!
By
Charlotte Cowles
my two cents
Mar. 3, 2022
‘How Can I Get My Unemployed Husband to Do More Chores?’
This is an exasperating problem, but he might not even be aware of it.
By
Charlotte Cowles
money talks
Feb. 24, 2022
Three Ex-New Yorkers on Leaving For Somewhere Cheaper
“I can have a really great life that doesn’t cost so much.”
By
Charlotte Cowles
my two cents
Feb. 10, 2022
Advice for Everyone Who’s Confused About Money Right Now
Author and finance guru Ramit Sethi explains how to keep a cool head when money gets weird.
By
Charlotte Cowles
my two cents
Feb. 3, 2022
How to Talk About Money in Your Relationship
A step-by-step guide to making it less awkward.
By
Charlotte Cowles
my two cents
Jan. 27, 2022
‘I’m a Stay-at-Home Parent and My Husband Just Walked Out on Us’
Don’t panic. There are resources to help you out.
By
Charlotte Cowles
my two cents
Jan. 20, 2022
‘I Was Harassed at Work. Can I Afford to Sue?’
Taking legal action might be more feasible than you think.
By
Charlotte Cowles
my two cents
Jan. 13, 2022
‘I Have a Lot of Debt, and I Don’t Know How to Tell My Partner’
You need to be honest, but how you communicate will make all the difference.
By
Charlotte Cowles
my two cents
Jan. 6, 2022
‘I Took a Pay Cut for a Better Job, But Now I’m Barely Making Rent’
Sounds like you made the right decision, but you will need to make some adjustments.
By
Charlotte Cowles
my two cents
Dec. 30, 2021
My Boyfriend Bought Me an Expensive Gift. What Do I Do?
You don’t need to spend the same amount. But you should talk about it anyway.
By
Charlotte Cowles
my two cents
Dec. 23, 2021
How Do I Host My Family Without Spending a Bunch of Money?
Asking everyone to pitch in doesn’t have to be awkward.
By
Charlotte Cowles
my two cents
Dec. 16, 2021
‘How Can I Plan a Family Trip If We Can’t Agree on a Budget?’
It’s good to have a vision, but it’s even better to be flexible.
By
Charlotte Cowles
my two cents
Dec. 9, 2021
How to Quit Your Job
A step-by-step escape plan, if you’re lucky enough to swing it.
By
Charlotte Cowles
my two cents
Dec. 2, 2021
My Dad Judges My Husband for Not Making More Money
What’s most important is how
you
feel about your shared finances.
By
Charlotte Cowles
my two cents
Nov. 24, 2021
Can I Ask My Parents to Pay for My Plane Ticket Home for Christmas?
Yes — but be careful about conflating the emotional challenges of spending time with family with the financial cost.
By
Charlotte Cowles
my two cents
Nov. 18, 2021
How Do I Shop for the Holidays Without Wasting Money?
Advice from small-business owners and retail experts on dealing with supply-chain issues.
By
Charlotte Cowles
my two cents
Nov. 11, 2021
How Can I Afford to Shop Ethically?
It’s not as time-consuming or expensive as you think.
By
Charlotte Cowles
money talks
Nov. 5, 2021
‘How I Prepared to Quit’
Even if you can afford it, leaving your job takes financial planning. Here’s how five women did it.
By
Charlotte Cowles
my two cents
Oct. 28, 2021
My Brother-in-Law Won’t Stop Talking About His Inheritance!
It sounds as if he’s just trying to share — but it’s backfiring.
By
Charlotte Cowles
my two cents
Oct. 21, 2021
How to Improve Your Finances, No Matter How Messy They Are
Whatever your starting point, financial educator Jamila Souffrant has a plan for you.
By
Charlotte Cowles
my two cents
Oct. 14, 2021
‘I’m Out of Student Debt, But I Still Feel Like a Failure’
Your next steps may seem daunting, but you should be proud of yourself.
By
Charlotte Cowles
my two cents
Sept. 16, 2021
‘My Husband Won’t Pay for Child Care!’
There are a lot of red flags here, but you should start by giving him the benefit of the doubt.
By
Charlotte Cowles
my two cents
Aug. 19, 2021
‘How Can I Get My Spouse to Support My Career Transition?’
He needs to know how his money anxiety makes you feel.
By
Charlotte Cowles
buy no more
July 26, 2021
What We’re Never Spending Money on Again
Sorry, $16 Sweetgreen salads and fancy silk pajamas.
By
Maggie Lange
my two cents
July 8, 2021
How to Gracefully Turn Down Plans You Can’t Afford
Otegha Uwagba, the author of
We Need to Talk About Money
, on dealing with friendship and financial anxiety.
By
Charlotte Cowles
my two cents
June 17, 2021
‘I Owe My Dad Money, and He Holds It Over My Head’
You should pay him back and end this dynamic as quickly as possible.
By
Charlotte Cowles
my two cents
June 10, 2021
‘I Don’t Drink, But My Friends Still Want to Split the Bill!’
No, it’s not cheap to ask for separate checks.
By
Charlotte Cowles
my two cents
June 3, 2021
‘I Just Found Out About My Wife’s Big Trust Fund!’
That’s nice, but don’t get ahead of yourself: That money doesn’t necessarily belong to you.
By
Charlotte Cowles
my two cents
May 27, 2021
‘I’m Sick of My Siblings Leaning on My Parents Financially’
You may not like it, but your parents are part of this problem.
By
Charlotte Cowles
my two cents
May 20, 2021
‘Should I Keep Living With My Parents to Save Money?’
Staying might be the better financial choice, but don’t fall into the trap of saving money just for the sake of it.
By
Charlotte Cowles
my two cents
May 13, 2021
‘Help! My Friend Wants Me To Pitch in $400 For a Baby Shower’
That might fly in some circles, but the important thing is that it doesn’t work for
you
.
By
Charlotte Cowles
my two cents
May 6, 2021
‘I’m Worried About My Mom’s Finances!’
You’re right to be concerned, and the best thing you can do is bring it up with her.
By
Charlotte Cowles
my two cents
Apr. 30, 2021
‘I’m Never Going to Be Financially Secure, So Why Try?’
It won’t serve you to take an all-or-nothing approach to caring about money.
By
Charlotte Cowles
my two cents
Apr. 23, 2021
‘What I Learned About the Cost of Giving Birth’
Having a baby in the U.S. is astronomically expensive. Here’s how five women dealt with it.
By
Charlotte Cowles
my two cents
Apr. 15, 2021
‘Can I Ask to Be Paid for the Work I’m Doing for a Job Interview?’
You’re unlikely to get compensation, but you can try setting some boundaries.
By
Charlotte Cowles
my two cents
Apr. 8, 2021
‘My Building Is Offering Free Rent — But Not to Me!’
There may not be much you can do, but there are plenty of things you can
try
.
By
Charlotte Cowles
my two cents
Apr. 1, 2021
‘It’s Been a Year Since I Lost My Job’
Three women on looking for work during the pandemic.
By
Charlotte Cowles
money talks
Mar. 25, 2021
What It Costs to Reopen a Business
Three business owners on making a comeback after they closed because of COVID-19.
By
Charlotte Cowles
my two cents
Mar. 18, 2021
‘My Husband Won’t Stop Overspending on Worthless Crap!’
This might be a normal reaction to stress, but you need to address it with him.
By
Charlotte Cowles
my two cents
Mar. 11, 2021
‘How I’m Spending My Stimulus Check’
Six women on what they plan to do with their money, from taking maternity leave to helping out family members.
By
Charlotte Cowles
my two cents
Mar. 4, 2021
‘My Sister Is Mad I Didn’t Buy Her Rich Husband a Gift!’
She can’t demand you spend money on him, but I think there might be more going on here.
By
Charlotte Cowles
my two cents
Feb. 25, 2021
‘I’m Behind on Rent and Don’t Know What To Do’
There are a few different things you can try to get out of your lease.
By
Charlotte Cowles
my two cents
Feb. 11, 2021
‘I’m Moving In With My Girlfriend. How Should We Split Rent?’
Just by communicating about how to share expenses equitably, the two of you are already a step ahead.
By
Charlotte Cowles
my two cents
Feb. 4, 2021
I Already Blew My Budget. How Can I Get Back on Track?
Don’t freak out. Focus on taking small, concrete steps to meet your goals.
By
Charlotte Cowles
my two cents
Jan. 28, 2021
‘My Sister Is So Cheap and It’s Driving Me Nuts!’
She might not know better, or she could just be a jerk. You won’t really know unless you talk to her.
By
Charlotte Cowles
my two cents
Jan. 21, 2021
‘How Can I Afford the Therapy I Need?’
You shouldn’t have to choose between your mental health and your financial future.
By
Charlotte Cowles
my two cents
Jan. 14, 2021
How Do I Save Up an Emergency Fund?
Saving money isn’t easy, but it doesn’t have to be so hard, either.
By
Charlotte Cowles
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