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From how much you pay on your mortgage to your credit card debt, here’s what the Fed raising interest rates means for you.

It's Official, the Fed Is Raising Interest Rates—Here's What That Means for You

Will there be a recession? It’s anyone’s guess. Either way, here’s what you need to know (and do) for your money.

What Do I Need to Know About Recessions and Bumpy Markets? 

Yes, you *can* file your taxes online for free. But you will have to meet certain qualifications. Here’s theSkimm.

File Your Taxes for Free at These 4 Websites

There’s room for everyone on the nice list. These tips can help keep your wallet off the naughty one.

How to Make a Holiday Budget

Changing the federal funds rate impacts everything from inflation to what you pay to borrow money. And the Fed says it's interested in higher interest rates in 2022. Here's what that means for your savings, debt, and homebuying plans.


How the Federal Funds Rate Affects Your Wallet

6 Ways to Reduce Your Student Loan Debt

(Former) students, grab a pen and paper. Let's make a pro-con list to figure out which debt payment strategy is right for you.

This vs. That: Should You Pay Off Student Debt Fast or Take Your Time?

Because climate change means more severe weather. 

What Severe Weather Means for Your Money and the Economy

Because you can make your digital money work for you, too. 


Looking for a Passive Way to Earn Crypto? Meet Staking 

From the paperwork involved to what happens at the dealership and more, here’s your guide.

How Does Trading in a Car Work?

Yes, Your Newborn Qualifies for the Earned Income Credit. Here's How Much to Expect.

Wait, What’s the Difference Between Net Pay and Gross Pay?

theSkimm for anyone who’s still wondering what Bitcoin or the Bored Ape Yacht Club is (no shame).


Everyone's Talking About Crypto, But What Is It? Here's Your Non-Techie Guide

Plus, who do you need to give plus-ones to? And do you have to invite kids? All your questions, answered.

How Many People Should You Invite to Your Wedding?

Is It Better to Lease or Buy a Car? What to Know Before Hitting the Lot

Investing in NFTs Isn’t as Complicated as You Think

What’s Your Debt-to-Asset Ratio? Here’s Why You Should Know

PS: Name changes aren’t just for newlyweds. 


Thinking of Changing Your Name? It'll Cost You 

Don’t worry: There’s room to squeeze in the fun stuff.

Here’s The Only Budget Monthly Worksheet You’ll Need

Plus, why you shouldn't skip the cover letter step — even when it’s optional.

How to Write A Cover Letter That Stands Out 

Because every cent counts when you’re filling up.

5 Gas Apps to Help You Save at the Pump

Skimm Her Career: What It’s Like to Be A ‘Slashie’

Making Moves? How to Budget If You’re Relocating to a New City 

No need to thank us when you score the offer.

5 Job Hunting Tips to Land Your Dream Role

Psst…it doesn’t have to be either-or.


Should You Invest in Mutual Funds or Individual Stocks?

5 Resume Mistakes That’ll Have Employers Saying ‘Thank You, Next’

Is a Reverse Mortgage a Good Idea?

Free Checked Bags? Here’s How to Choose the Best Travel Card 

Time to Dust Off Your Budget — Here's How to Spring Clean Your Finances 

Should I Refinance My Home?

Plus, tips on what you can do to cut costs in the meantime.


3 Reasons Why Inflation Is Still A Problem — And How You Can Protect Your Wallet

4 Common Money Scams to Avoid in 2022

Will President Biden Forgive Student Loans? Here's What We Know.

Adding a Bundle of Joy to Your Family? Here's How to Build a Baby Budget

3 Budgeting Apps That Make It Easy for Couples to Manage Money Together

3 Signs You’re Underpaid (and What to Do About It)

Is Renting a Waste of Money?

Yes, You Need a 401(k) — and It Comes With Perks

Want a Raise? Read This Before Sending Your Boss a Calendar Invite

Money Worries Keeping You Up at Night? You Might Have Financial Anxiety

The war might look far away on a map, but the economic impacts are actually quite close to home. 


How Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine Could Impact the US Economy (and Your Wallet)

The Supreme Court’s decisions can affect many different aspects of life, including your budget.

Yes, Supreme Court Decisions Matter For Your Money (Here’s Why) 

These Books (and Apps) Make It Surprisingly Easy to Manage Your Money

The Average Wedding Costs Over $20,000 — Here's How to Cut Costs If You're Planning a Trip Down the Aisle 

Do You Really Need a 20% Down Payment to Buy a House?

Last year, college tuition cost over $22,000 on average. That means it’s time to start saving. 


 3 Ways to Start a College Fund For Your Kids

Term, whole, universal: What’s the difference? Here’s how life insurance works. And how to know which policy is right for you.

How Does Life Insurance Work? (And Do I Actually Need It?)

More and more couples are opting to keep finances separate after “I do.” Here are the perks.

Should You Combine Your Finances With Your Partner After Getting Married?

Financial independence and early retirement can sound like a dream. But it doesn’t have to be. Here's the lowdown on FIRE, a growing movement to retire early, and how you can join in.

Fat, Lean, Barista, and Coast: 4 FIRE Ways for Reaching Early Retirement

Skimm Money: The Gender Wealth Gap, Climate Change, and Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson

How much does it cost, how does it work, and how much coverage do you need? All your questions, answered.

Here’s What You Need to Know About Renter’s Insurance

Breakups can be difficult to deal with, especially when finances are combined. Here are steps you can take to keep your finances on track during and after a split.


How to Get Your Finances Together After Separating From a Partner

Lowering your taxable income could help you owe less at tax time. And four accounts you may already have could help you do it. 

4 Ways to Lower Your Taxable Income (and Save on Taxes)

Buying a car doesn’t have to be complicated. Here’s a step-by-step guide for how to get your first car — or your next car — the easy way.

Here's What You Need to Know Before Buying a Car

No matter what your ideal getaway is, it pays to plan. Literally. Use our tips to save money before, during, and after your next vacation.

How to Make a Travel Budget to Save Money and Stress

Inflation has sent prices way up this year, and experts think the trend will continue. We Skimm'd ways to cut expenses to make your wallet happier.

10 Ways to Make More Room in Your Budget

Budgeting isn’t always easy. Making one you don't hate can make it easier to actually stick to it.

How to Make a Budget You Won’t Hate

Skimm Money: What Comes Next…In Money?

Prices on just about everything are on the rise. And sometimes the only way to lower your bills is to ask.

How to Negotiate Bills and Save More

Skimm Money: How to Money Intentionally

You may have noticed higher prices on a lot of things. But that's not the only way inflation can hit your wallet. Meet inflation's sneaky cousins: shrinkflation and skimpflation.

3 Ways Inflation Can Sneak Into Your Daily Life

Govs around the world want more funding. Enter: the global minimum tax rate.

Why Are World Leaders Talking About a Global Minimum Tax?

The busiest time of year for retailers and other businesses has them saying, 'More help wanted.'

Why This Is a Good Year to Get a Seasonal Side Gig

A guide for getting where you want to go.

theSkimm on Setting Realistic Savings Goals

Skimm Money: Game(Stop) Review, Labor Strikes, and Equal Pay

We Skimm'd all things money. From how to save on streaming services to when it makes sense to hit fast-forward on your student loan payments. 

Skimm Money: Crypto Sanctions, Cutting the Cord, and Stock Buybacks

These are all the terms and definitions you need to know when it comes to investing. 

 Skimm'tionary: Investing Terms to Know

Navigating an income loss is stressful. Doing it without a plan is even worse. We Skimm’d the first steps to take to get your finances in order.


What to Do If You Just Lost Your Income

Sales events could be a good time to get a great deal. But they can also tempt you into overspending.

How BOGO, Flash Sales, and Other Marketing Tactics Affect Your Wallet (and Your Willpower)

Travel insurance could be a financial lifesaver...in some situations. But it may not give you the flexibility you’d expect.

theSkimm on Travel Insurance

We Skimm'd all the latest in money. From infrastructure plans to unemployment benefits, and what burnout means for your money. 

Skimm Money: Unemployment Benefits, FDA Approval, and Shrinkflation

Hot take: burnout and money problems go hand in hand. 

Why Our Collective Burnout Is Bad for Our Money, Too

 What’s the Difference Between Good Debt vs. Bad Debt?

Why Everyone’s Obsessed With Crypto

We Skimm'd the latest in money. From infrastructure plan updates to who pays for all these COVID-19 tests.

Skimm Money: Jobs Mismatch, Defining Risk, and Infrastructure

Skimm Money: Crypto Special Edition

How much you qualify for depends on your income, number of dependents, and their ages. Here's what that looks like. 

How Much You Could Get From the Expanded Child Tax Credit

You have a lot of options when it comes to buying, selling, and spending cryptocurrencies. But it’s important to compare things like fees, risks, and perks before signing up.

How (and Where) to Buy, Store, and Spend Crypto

All the ways you can make $100 work for you.

12 Smart Ways to Use an Extra $100

What Big Government Spending Means for Your Wallet 

Mental Health Awareness Month. A Cyberattack. And More Crypto News.

Skimm Money: Gas Prices, Investing Mistakes, and Everything Crypto

Jully started investing just $25 per paycheck.

I'm Investing My Way to a $1 Million Portfolio

April Jobs Report. Equal Pay Day for Moms. And What's Up with Crypto.

Skimm Money: Crypto, Low Birth Rates, and Equal Pay for Moms

5 Common Money Myths and Why They’re Not True

The American Families Plan. Vaccine Tax Credits. And how much you really need in your emergency fund. 

Skimm Money: Tax Credits, Emergency Funds, and Budgeting For A New Normal

His stance on economic relief, taxes, student debt, etc.

What Biden’s Presidency Could Mean For Your Wallet

A global minimum corporate tax rate. A nationwide ketchup shortage. And our tips for building and maintaining a good credit score. 

Skimm Money: FB Data Breach, a Ketchup Shortage, and Building Credit

It's Financial Literacy Month. The March jobs report is out. And our tips for finding money you didn't know you had. 

Skimm Money: March Jobs, Money Myths, and Unclaimed Property

Because taking control of your $$$ is taking control of your life.

Why We Skimm Money

The first city in the US approved reparations and the bull market turned one. Plus tips for keeping all of your accounts and passwords safe. 

Skimm Money: Equal Pay Day, Reparations, and Breaking Down NFTs 

How to Increase Your Net Worth 

The Tax Impact of Living and Working in Different States

In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re spotlighting a few in the money world today who are changing the game for women and their wallets.

Women Making Money History

Economic recovery, stimulus updates, and tips for putting your tax refund to work. 

Skimm Money: Economic Recovery, Stimulus Updates, and Tax Tips

We Skimm’d how the racial wealth gap impacts Black women. And what some are doing to fight it.

Making Black History: Women Fighting the Racial Wealth Gap

How to Talk Money With Your Partner

Impeachment news, vaccine rollout updates, Biden's economic relief plan, and more. Here's what's happening in money. 