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You can’t control inflation. But you can take a few steps to protect your budget. Here’s how. 

7 Ways to Protect Your Wallet From Inflation

This Is What Investing Manias Mean for Your Money

No matter how much you have in your bank account.


Ready To Invest? Here's Where To Start

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

(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?

What Student Loan Forgiveness Could Mean For Your Money

 If you don’t get what you don’t get, start here. 

Skimm’tionary: Defining Crypto Words You've Heard

How Raising the Minimum Wage Could Affect Your Wallet

When energy prices go up, it can affect your budget in a big way. And threaten the economic recovery.

 Gas (and Energy) Prices Are High. Here's What You Can Do About It

Meet the Fed: What It Is and How It Affects the Economy (and Your Wallet)

The pandemic has hit Uncle Sam’s budget hard.

How the Federal Deficit Affects Your Wallet

We Skimm’d what the debt ceiling is, why it’s up for debate, and what it means for America's wallet.


Why Everyone's Talking About the Debt Ceiling

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

All the Ways Automation Can Save You Money and Stress

COVID-19 variants like omicron can threaten your wallet and the economy, as well as your health. Here's how you can protect your finances.


How COVID-19 Variants Can Affect Your Wallet

Skimm Money: How to Money Intentionally

Skimm Money: Paid Leave (Again), Stablecoins, and FSAs

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

Why Are World Leaders Talking About a Global Minimum Tax?

We Skimm'd all things money. From the latest on the proposed infrastructure bill to why it's a good year to get a seasonal side gig. 

Skimm Money: Tax Talk, Real Money Goals, and Hyperinflation

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 when the latest on Capitol Hill to when it makes sense to buy in bulk. 

Skimm Money: Mo' Gov Money Problems, Bulk Buying, and Open Enrollment

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

 Skimm'tionary: Investing Terms to Know

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

We Skimm'd all things money. From how to save on groceries to when it's time to upgrade your phone.

Skimm Money: Fall Money Moves, Tax Hikes, and Tips to Save on Food

theSkimm on Antitrust Lawsuits

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

We Skimm'd all the latest in money. From how to avoid overspending during Labor Day sales to teaching your kids healthy money habits.

Skimm Money: Sales Tricks, August Jobs, and Teaching Kids About Money

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)

The ABCs of Teaching Your Kids Smart Money Habits

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

Should You Take Out New Loans for Grad School?

Should You Opt Out of the Child Tax Credit Monthly Payments?

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

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

Meet Mandi, co-host and producer of a weekly finance and career podcast.

Skimm Her Career: What It’s Like to Be A Podcast Host

And what it could mean for everyone's green.

Why Legalizing Marijuana Has a Big Impact on the Economy

 If you don’t know what you don’t know about blockchain, we Skimm’d it for you here.

theSkimm on Blockchain

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

Let’s break it down – with a flowery metaphor. 

theSkimm on Exchange-Traded Funds

For when you're handling your crypto business.

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

Fourth of July Travel, Facebook's Antitrust Case, and How to Negotiate at the Dealership. 

Skimm Money: June Jobs, Holiday Sales, and How to Chill

Global Shipping Delays, Rising Interest Rates, and How to Save Money at the Airport. 

Skimm Money: Juneteenth, Covering College Costs, and the Ambition Penalty

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

12 Smart Ways to Use an Extra $100

A Record Number of Job Openings, a Global Minimum Tax Rate, and Why You Should Increase Your Retirement Contributions.

Skimm Money: DIY Mat Leave, Student Loans, and Price Jumps

What Higher Corporate Taxes Mean for Your Wallet

What Big Government Spending Means for Your Wallet 

 Meet Tori, a financial feminist and founder of “Her First $100K.”


I Saved $100,000 By Age 25

We chatted with Kelly Lannan and Jen Kruger from Fidelity about taking investing basics to the next level. See the recording and get theSkimm. 

Watch Office Hours: The As to Your Investing Qs

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

When Should You Adjust Your Budget?

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

Spoiler: it can help close the gender wealth gap.


Why This Author Says Women Should 'Think Like a Breadwinner'

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

Because when you get a win, Uncle Sam does, too.

theSkimm on Capital Gains Taxes

A spike in the US poverty rate. A new banking bill. And why renting is a smarter choice for some. 

Skimm Money: Dogecoin, Going Green, and Why Renting Isn't a Waste 

Managing debt can be a challenging balancing act.


Should I Pay Off Debt Before Buying a Home?

A bump in consumer prices. A record-breaking federal deficit. And tips on how to negotiate your monthly rent. 

Skimm Money: Price Hikes, Negotiating Rent, and Revenge Spending

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

How Much Do I Need to Retire?

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 

Make sure your dollars are doing the most good.


How to Vet Charities Before You Give

Stimulus payments have hit. The IRS set a new tax deadline. And COVID-19 tests might be the new STD test.  

Skimm Money: Tax Refunds, Student Loans, and Swiping Right

They could hit you where it really hurts: your monthly budget and investments.

How Tariffs Can Affect Your Wallet

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

Maybe some extra anxiety. What else is new?

What Bond Yield Fluctuations Can Mean for Your Wallet

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

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

How to Save on At-Home Entertainment

The extra work can be rewarding. Don't let it interfere with your full-time paycheck before you're ready.

How to Grow Your Side Gig Without Getting Fired

Check yourself before you wreck your wallet. 

How Biases Can Affect Your Money Decisions 

How to Be Charitable Even When Money's Tight

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

Skimm Money: Forgot your password?

Use that new-year energy to make smart money moves.

7 Money Tips to Help You Start 2021 Off Right

How to be a Financial Minimalist

Money Moves to Make Before Saying ‘Bye Forever’ to 2020

Here’s What a Lockdown Could Mean For Your Wallet

Some healthcare protections could go away.

What Repealing Obamacare Could Mean for Your Wallet

What 5G Could Mean for Your Wallet

Having insurance is smart. Paying a premium for it is not. (Get it?) We Skimm’d ways to lock in the best price for financial protection. 

How to Save on Insurance Premiums

What Types of Insurance Do I Really Need?

President Trump signed an executive order slashing payroll taxes for the next few months. Here's what that means for your income now...and way later.

What a Payroll Tax Holiday Could Mean for Your Wallet

This is how rising inflation can affect your wallet. Besides just making things more expensive. 

What Rising Inflation Can Mean for Your Wallet

It can change the way some Silicon Valley sweethearts — and people who work for them — make money.

Why Gig Economy Worker Laws Matter for Your Wallet

This is how you can figure out how much money you should keep in stocks and how much you should keep in bonds. 

The Road to Retirement: How to Tell Your Money Where to Go

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

Learn the Language: Retirement

How to Go From Two Incomes to One 

We partnered with John Hancock to bring you a webinar that’s all about the B word...that’s right, we’re talking budget. 

Budgeting, Skimm’d

Make compound interest work for you, not against you.