Image by Alisa Anton These days, the idea of a “simple life” has become a kind of modern-day holy grail. A slower pace. A cozy home. Time to cook, read, garden, and log off. It’s all over Instagram and Pinterest—soft lighting, clean counters, linen clothes, and the promise that peace…
Finance
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10 Online Income Streams that Actually Pay—No Scam, No Hype
Making money online has never been more accessible, whether you’re looking for a flexible side hustle or a full-time income stream. In this guide, we’ll break down ten popular online income streams—each with practical tips on how to get started, attract clients or customers, and scale your efforts for long-term…
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Do You Really Owe Your Parents Anything?
Image by Klara Kulikova It’s one of those questions that feels almost taboo to ask out loud: Do we actually owe our parents anything? For many people, the default response is yes. After all, they raised you, fed you, supported you, and in most cases, made countless sacrifices along the…
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Index Funds – Meaning, Why and How You Should Invest?
An index fund is a kind of passive investment that aims to mirror the performance of a specific index rather than trying to outperform it. Here we’ll look at what index mutual funds are, how they work, and all that you should know before investing in them. What are Index…
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Are Polyamorous People Just Afraid of Commitment—or More Emotionally Mature?
Image by Priscilla Du Preez Polyamory tends to spark strong reactions. For some, it’s seen as liberating—an honest approach to love that breaks free from outdated rules. For others, it raises eyebrows and invites assumptions, particularly one in particular: that polyamorous people are afraid of commitment. But here’s the twist.…
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Why Gen Z Is Tired of Being ‘Online All the Time’
Image by dole777 Gen Z may have grown up with smartphones in hand and social media as second nature, but that doesn’t mean they’re happy about it. In fact, a growing number of young people are openly expressing frustration, exhaustion, and even grief over the constant demand to be digitally…
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Why Poor People Are Tired of Hearing ‘Just Budget Better’
Image by Towfiqu Barbhuiya It’s one of the most common pieces of financial advice tossed around by well-meaning friends, influencers, and personal finance gurus: “Just budget better.” As if poverty is simply a matter of spreadsheet management. As if all it takes to escape low-income living is a few cutbacks,…
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IRS Grants Automatic Extensions in 12 States—Find Out If You Qualify
Taxpayers who live in federally declared disaster areas are sometimes given automatic extensions to file their taxes. This includes an extension to both file and pay. You typically do not get an extension to pay if you file for an extension on your own, so these automatic extensions can be…
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5 Credit Cards That No One Should Have In Their Wallet
Image by Avery Evans of Unsplash Credit cards can be powerful tools for building credit, earning rewards, and managing cash flow (when used wisely). However, not every card on the market is designed with the consumer in mind. In fact, some cards are structured in ways that can quietly drain…
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Dave Says: You Still Need a Will
You Still Need a Will Dear Dave, I’m 26, so I haven’t had time to accumulate a lot of money yet through my career. I do have a good, full-time job, though, and have started saving money. Do I need a will or trust when I’m so young and have…