Are You Doom Spending? 5 Ways to Stop
Know the signs, set spending limits and limit one-click purchases.
Why 2026 Is the Year to Rethink Your College Savings Strategy
Should you still be putting everything into 529s? Maybe not. Here’s how to build a flexible college savings plan.
Quiz: What’s Your Money Mood Right Now?
You can't make up the news, but you CAN make up a quiz based on news stories.
Got a Bonus at Work? Here’s What to Do First
A bonus can be an unexpected windfall. Financial experts caution against spending it all at once.
Your Top April Questions: Tax Refunds, Debt and More
The Nerds answer questions about what to do with a tax refund, whether saving or paying off debt is better, and how important estate planning is.
5 Ways to Be ‘Money Proud’
A new personal finance book helps consumers protect their finances while embracing life.
Financial Literacy Quiz: How Much Do You Know About Money?
Test your understanding of financial concepts, and find resources to build your knowledge.
Asked on Reddit: How Much Is Too Much to Pay for Rent?
Experts generally recommend keeping rent below 30% of your gross pay, but there are nuances to consider.
Your Top March Money Questions — Asked and Answered
Readers were interested in inheritance planning, ruined credit scores and managing expensive hobbies.
How to Make a Financial Recovery Plan
Rebounding from a money challenge takes time, patience and careful planning.
How Schools Are Using Field Trips to Promote Financial Literacy
Hands-on learning helps students learn to budget and make financial trade-offs.
Job Quiz: Are You Burned Out, Job Hugging or Thriving at Work?
Some workers are feeling great. Some others are drained, scared or overworked. Which camp do you fall in?
Asked on Reddit: My Partner Makes More Than Me. How Should We Split Expenses?
The best way to deal with a big salary discrepancy in a relationship is to talk about it.
Answers to Your February Money Questions
Readers were interested in credit checks, taxes and celebrating love for less.
NerdWallet Book Club: How to Manage a Parent’s Money
A memoir explores the pitfalls to avoid when an adult child has to manage money for an ailing parent.
How to Turn a Book Club Into a Financial Tool
You can start your own by selecting a book about money, inviting participants and kicking off the discussion.
Building Wealth: 6 Strategies for Black HENRYs
Backdoor Roth IRAs, brokerage accounts, estate planning and avoiding lifestyle creep are among the strategies Black financial planners share for turning a high salary into a legacy.
Is Going Analog the Answer? 6 Ways To Try it
Read a book, listen to a record or try a handmade hobby to go offline.
Is ‘Income Stacking’ a Good Way to Build Wealth?
Multiple income streams can help boost your bank account, but can also introduce new costs and complications.
Is FIRE Still Realistic?
The modern FIRE movement may be less about quitting work and retiring, and more about buying back your time.