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Should you stop paying taxes?

As direct action and protests mount around the country, the suggestion to stop paying taxes is being discussed. But is that the right action? … Read More

Memories of Burning Man: What happens when you try to go money-free

I look back at a trip to Burning Man to discuss whether you should—or even can—strive to escape the capitalist system. … Read More

What’s the purpose of an economic boycott?

With the call for a total economic boycott (or “blackout”) on February 25, 2025, I look at what the purpose is of such an action. Welcome to another week of living on a proverbial ship where the captain is trying … Read MoreRead More

4 reasons to love the Consumer Financial Protection Board (CFPB)

The Consumer Financial Protection Board (CFPB) is amazing, but it's being dismantled to make fraud easier to commit. … Read More

What to do with your money during a coup

As the U.S. is undergoing an administrative coup, if not yet an actual military coup, here are some ways you can best manage your money now. … Read More

Why an IPO is just like playing the lottery

My experience getting to participate in an IPO taught me how even in this favored environment, buying stock is still like playing the lottery. … Read More

How much should you spend on lunch?

It's easy to spend so much on lunch that it starts to eat into your earnings, so here's a good rule of thumb for spending on your meal. … Read More

Can off-peak energy plans reduce your electric bill?

I signed up for my electric provider's off-peak "time of use" energy pricing plan to see if it really does save me money. … Read More

How to handle the feeling of being in collections

Being hounded by collections agencies or just people who want your money can be a scary experience, but you can manage your own experience. … Read More

Why food banks shouldn’t exist

Food banks are a short term solution to a problem—hunger—that is solvable, if only we decided that we wanted to solve it. Have you been on food stamps (SNAP) before? I have. There’s no shame in it, and I hope … Read MoreRead More

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