Radical Finances

Should you contribute to a Traditional IRA or Roth IRA?

There are two types of IRAs (Individual Retirement Arrangements): Traditional and Roth. Which one is right for you? … Read More

What to do with your money during stagflation

Stagflation is where a stagnant economy also contains rising inflation. It’s bad, but you can take steps to protect yourself and your money. … Read More

How to stop worrying about when your bills can be paid

Having float in your bank account can ensure that you never have to think about—or worry about—when your bills are going to be paid. … Read More

How to build an emergency fund

Deciding to build an emergency fund is one of the most important and anxiety-reducing steps you can take with your money. Let’s face it; the world is a scary place right now. We have—to use a technical term—incompetent idiots running … Read MoreRead More

Buy Now, Pay Later is coming for your burritos

A partnership between Klarna, a Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) company, and DoorDash, a delivery service, is so late-stage capitalism. … Read More

Is it time to sell your U.S. investments?

Whether through fear of economic collapse or just in protest, you may be wondering if you should sell your investments in U.S-based funds. … Read More

How to spend money without supporting authoritarians

Some resources on how to spend money in ways that don’t support authoritarians, or those who do support them. … Read More

How to stop shopping on Amazon

Whether you want to make a political statement or just reduce your consumption, here’s how to stop shopping on Amazon. … Read More

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