What Women Should Read (or Listen to) if They Want to Feel Financially Empowered
I recently caught myself complaining about the new tax bill to a friend, primarily because my Facebook feed was blowing up with negative headlines and status updates. But when I asked…
We Asked Five Brides How They Nav.ed Their Wedding Budget
The least favorite wedding planning task is also (arguably) the most important: creating a budget. It’s the first of many money conversations you’ll have over the course of your engagement,…
A Traveler’s Digital Toolbox
Gone are the days of travel agents, may their souls and file cabinets filled with endless stock photo brochures rest in peace. They’ve been replaced by sassy Siri (or whomever…
Four Ways to Add a Non-Disastrous DIY Touch to Your Wedding
If there’s one thing that makes a wedding coordinator’s stress levels spike, it’s hearing that the bride wants to DIY something. Yes, Pinterest makes it seem like hand-lettering your invitations…
It’s Summer: We Should be on One of These Eight Rooftop Bars in NYC
For New Yorkers, drinking isn’t leisure: it’s a sport. The top players have haunts in every neighborhood, with options that scale from pricey to divey. And come summertime, the MVPs…
You’re In Europe: Tip Like a European
Planning a European tour? Quelle chance! Whether you’re going to Paris or Portugal, there’s a few things you should know before you go… about tipping, that is. While the norms…
Hustle Even Harder at These Nine NYC Workspaces
Remote workers know that without a dedicated work space, the struggle to stay focused is real. At home, your comfy memory foam mattress and oversized duvet calls your name to…
Are We in A Bull or A Bear Market?
There has been a lot of positive economic news over the past few years and stock markets have been growing to record highs in 2018. Does that mean we are…
Boss Babes Beware: Working From Home Isn’t All It’s Cracked Up to Be
When I had an office job, I used to lament all the things I could be doing if I worked from home: laundry, dishes, eating lunch literally anywhere and pantsless….
Do I Really Need Travel Insurance?
Every time I book a flight a little window pops up and asks me if I want travel insurance. And considering I’m scraping the bottom of my piggy bank for…
Plant-Based Eating at Its Prettiest – Make Your Own Soy-Free Summer Rolls (Recipe Included)
Growing up, I would wait all year for summer fruits: peaches, plums, and oh the mangoes (Pakistanis take their mangoes very seriously). Now in the age of everything being available…
Follow These Insta-Grammers for #HomeInspo on Any Budget
Creating a stylish home isn’t solely for proving to your parents that you’re an adult–it’s also about designing a space that nurtures and inspires you. And luckily, that transformation doesn’t…
Please Don’t Pop Our Pink Happy Market Bubble
If you’re like me, the thought of living through another market bubble gives you a sinking feeling. Many of us just survived the housing market crash, and I’m not ready…
To Rent or To Buy? That is the Question
Conventional wisdom says when you grow up you buy a home. That’s what my parents and my parent’s parents and their parent’s parents did. So is that what our generation…
Mutual Funds: Is the Love Mutual?
When it comes to picking stocks, many people feel more comfortable investing in funds that are managed – like a mutual fund. Chances are if you have a retirement account,…
Detox (and Nourish) Your Body Without Depriving It. Interview with Kamala Skipper, Hawaii Nutritionist + Recipe
Detox is a buzz word nowadays, and you’ll find all kinds of versions out there. We spoke to nutritionist Kamala Skipper to learn about her lifestyle-based approach that doesn’t require…
How to Avoid Financial Headaches When Transitioning Abroad
When I think about the several years I spent working in finance, my eye still slightly twitches. While I’ve since hung up my leather oxfords for dirty sneakers, I have…
Seven Must-Follow Insta-Grammers For Travel Style
I enjoy nothing more than getting out of town during the summer. Don’t get me wrong, summer in Brooklyn is terrific, but so is being on a real beach (sorry…
The Beginner’s Guide to Pet Insurance: What Is It & Is It Worth It?
I grew up with pets and have always loved animals, but nothing could’ve prepared me for the overwhelming adoration I felt when I held my dog, Oscar, for the first time….
Yes, You Need a Savings Account
Ever walk into your bank and notice a sign saying something like, “Mortgage rates as low as 4.875%” and a sign next to it saying “New high yield savings accounts…
From the Windy City to Minimalist St. Louis-Living, Free People’s Danielle Leinemann Talks Home Decor and More
Stepping inside Free People is almost like #inspo overload. Beyond the fab clothing, the stores themselves are impeccably designed. Spend just five minutes assessing the decor, and you’ll want to…
Freelance Your Way to Financial Freedom
When I was given the opportunity to become a freelance writer, I took it and didn’t look back. The freedom to plan my own schedule, work from anywhere and never…
How Four NYC-Based Editors Actually Unwind
I’m not sure exactly when I fell in love with the idea of becoming an editor. But after a few internships (and many late nights), I swiftly realized my dream…
Plant Mom Basics: Making Your Own Floral Arrangements
Having grown up in a household where 99 percent of the indoor flora and fauna was faux, I used to consider fresh flowers a needless expense. I’m not sure when…
Self Care 101: Five Beauty Products That Will Make You Feel Fancy AF
Listen, I love luxury just as much as the next girl, yet I find myself getting super squirmish during beauty treatments (with the exception of hair-color or mani-pedis.) An hour…
Deciphering Cryptocurrencies
If you’re like me, you want to find out more about mysterious cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin that everyone is talking about. I did some research (and watched the Netflix documentary “Banking…
Meals for One That Aren’t Depressing
Cooking for yourself isn’t only good for you, it’s good for your bank account. Just brown-bagging your lunch can save you $2,000 a year on average. But when you’re single…
A Basic Guide to Taxes and Investing
Picking stocks is tricky enough, but if you don’t consider how they will eventually be taxed, you may not be getting a true picture of their performance. Uncle Sam gets…
Financial Gurus on Twitter and the ‘Gram
I saw a meme the other day that said, “being afraid to check your bank account is the adult version of being afraid to check your grades.” I found this…
The Price of Love: How Pop Culture & Marketing Created the Business of Proposals
When the subject of engagements comes up, diamond rings and over the top proposals are probably the first thoughts to come to mind. Who could blame us? Pop culture has…
