17 Satisfying Quitting Stories Reminding Us We Don’t Have to Take It
They say workers don’t leave their jobs; they leave managers. A horrible boss can make or break a workplace, and some so-called leaders are so … Read more
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Is Tipping Culture Out of Control? Join the Debate!
Tipping culture has gone mad. You’re expected to tip every time you order something, whether it be a premade muffin at the deli, delivery, or … Read more
How I Found Success Despite My Lower Middle Class Upbringing
Sometimes people see a personal finance blogger striving for financial independence and think they must have grown up with well-off or financially savvy parents. The … Read more
Your Ultimate Inflation Busting Grocery List: Save Money While Eating Well
With massive inflation on food costs, it’s getting harder than ever to afford the things we usually buy at the grocery store. However, with a … Read more
People DO Want To Work – They DON’T Want To Be Exploited
“Nobody wants to work anymore,” lament employers across the country. It sounds true, especially to business owners who can’t find labor. The internet abounds with … Read more
What Was the Cost of Living in 2022 – How Much Has it Changed?
The cost of living constantly changes. We first dived into the average cost in 2020, then updated all our numbers in 2022, 2025 and 2026 … Read more
11 Reasons Why “Nobody Wants to Work Anymore” and They Have a Valid Point
“Nobody wants to work anymore,” lament established business owners who can’t find workers. These “job creators,” who typically identify with the baby boomer generation, put … Read more
Geoarbitrage Explained: The Pros, Cons, and How To of Moving to Save Money
I was into geoarbitrage before I knew there was a word for it. I spent 10 years living in Los Angeles, but upon discovering the … Read more
Workers Stand Up to Bully Bosses Showing Who Really Has the Power
A bad boss can make or break a job. Far too many employers don’t know how to lead, treat their employees poorly, and expect workers … Read more
My Boss Told Me Not To Discuss Wages – is that Legal?
Companies will do everything they can to pay their workers as little as possible, even skirt the law. Nowhere is this more apparent than in … Read more