Know the signs, set spending limits and limit one-click purchases. After a long day of working, taking care of my kids and worrying about the state of the world, it’s easy for me to relax into one of my favorite activities: online shopping. I may not be able to...

The way you think about your mortgage can influence your homeownership journey — and the right mindset can put you on the best path. On a scale of one to Demogorgon, how uneasy does your mortgage make you feel? If it’s close to the flower-faced monster, you’re not...

Starter homes are scarce. Factory-built housing can help fill the gap — if buyers and lawmakers rethink old ideas. Manufactured homes have a reputation problem — but so did sardines, until foodies decided the humble little fish had a cool factor. Today’s homes have...

Bonuses, rewards and 0% APR periods can help with inflation, but so can thoughtful redemptions and periodic reviews of what your card may be costing you. With annual inflation up to 3.3% in March 2026 largely due to gas prices, consumers are feeling pinched — and...

How spending on things that make you happy could help you reach your long-term goals. What if those fancy foamy coffees you love aren’t just allowed in your budget, but encouraged? Or taking a salsa class, or buying gardening supplies? Welcome to joy-based budgeting:...

Money advice isn’t one-size-fits-all. How we navigate finances differs based on our backgrounds, priorities and family structures. For LGBTQ+ consumers, that can mean traditional money advice doesn’t always apply, says Nick Wolny, a personal finance columnist...

Here’s how I’m saving nearly $1,500 this year by cutting out unnecessary subscription costs. Paid subscriptions are ubiquitous and many want to cut back: According to a recent NerdWallet survey, more than half of U.S. adults (55%) plan to significantly decrease the...

Test your understanding of financial concepts, and find resources to build your knowledge. Money touches just about every part of our daily lives. It influences what we buy, where we live and how the future unfolds. If you’ve paid higher prices at the gas station or...

The investing information provided on this page is for educational purposes only. Last October, Rahkim Sabree came home to his duplex on fire. He rescued his dog and fled to safety, but his home was largely destroyed. In the weeks after the fire, as he worked through...

Have you ever added something extra to your online cart so you’d qualify for free shipping? Bought five items to get a multi-item discount? Spent $100 in a store so you could use a $20-off coupon? Guess what? You’re “spaving.” Spaving is a mashup of spending and...