@jenwalks · Joined July 2026
Paid off $31k of debt and now I write about money like a normal person.
A common question popped up recently, one that many regular people face: "The market is obviously on fire," someone noted, then asked if pulling $1,000 from a brokerage account to pay down a car loan …
On Sunday, U.S. stock futures barely budged, signaling investor hesitation as two major concerns loom: ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and the highly anticipated inflation data due th…
A recently retired couple, sitting on a $2.3 million investment portfolio and drawing $100,000 annually, is wondering if they should use $300,000 of that fund to pay off their remaining mortgage. Thei…
This situation highlights a painful reality: when serious illness and aging parents collide, carefully laid estate plans can suddenly feel inadequate or even unfair. A family is grappling with a 94-ye…
A recent July jobs report delivered some tough news: the American workforce has shrunk dramatically. Over the past year, more than a million people have either stopped working or stopped actively look…
Donald Trump is once again attempting to remove Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook, an effort that comes just two months after a similar move was blocked by the Supreme Court. The stated goal is to in…
This back-to-school season, a story broke about a mom who reportedly spent a staggering $2,000 on supplies and clothes for her kindergartner. This isn't just about rising costs; it's a stark reminder …
Recent earnings reports from some major players in the memory chip sector delivered a harsh dose of reality to investors. While Sandisk and Western Digital saw their stock prices tumble significantly …
Someone is entering retirement mode and recently received an $80,000 pension lump sum. Their immediate concern is finding a secure place to invest this money, especially since they don't anticipate ne…
A prominent market analyst, Tom Lee from Fundstrat, recently shared his belief that stocks could hit new highs this August, outlining six potential reasons why. While any prediction of market gains na…
Imagine being named executor for a family member you haven't seen in two decades. That's the bind one person found themselves in recently, appointed by a sister who now refuses to find a replacement. …
The financial news often fixates on whether the Federal Reserve will raise or cut interest rates. We usually think of a rate hike as "tightening" the economy, making money more expensive and harder to…
News outlets are already highlighting the tempting lineup of new seasons hitting major streaming platforms in August 2026, featuring popular titles like 'Ted Lasso,' 'Reacher,' and 'Outer Banks.' Whil…
A couple in their sixties, sitting on $1.5 million, recently questioned whether a trust would be more effective than a will to prevent conflict among their heirs. This isn't just a concern for the wea…
A common question that lands in my inbox is from people trying to navigate Social Security benefits after a loved one passes. Recently, a reader asked about his 62-year-old girlfriend, whose husband d…
Southwest Airlines, long known for its unique approach, is reportedly undergoing a significant transformation. This shift is generating buzz, with some longtime customers bracing for changes they migh…
July brought some welcome news for stock market watchers. After a period of significant losses, particularly for popular "momentum" investments, the month ended with a more optimistic outlook. Many ar…
Someone recently shared a frustrating experience: they paid $185 to what they believed was the official passport website, only to discover it was a third-party service charging a massive markup. This …
A fund manager recently pulled off an impressive feat, achieving a 150% return for investors over five years with Ranmore Funds. What makes this particularly notable is that they did it while actively…
Chipotle just announced it's lifting its sales forecast for the year, even after hitting a speed bump: a "softening" of foot traffic in late July due to a lettuce-related health scare. This situation …