Megan Beauchamp

Senior Editor, Skimm Money

It sounds intimidating, but the peace of mind is worth it.


Here’s Why You Really, Really Need a Will 

“There is no limit to what you can accomplish.”

Soccer Star Turned Analyst Kaylyn Kyle on Betting on Yourself

You can say “no,” and your friends will still love you. Promise.


Girlfriend Getaway? Don’t Let it Derail Your Money Goals 

Her advice: Don’t let logistics hold you back.

Sarah LaFleur on Dreaming First, Dealing With Details Second

A certified financial planner explains how to take your finances to the next level. 


Built Up Your Emergency Fund Already? Here’s What to Do Next

Keep those receipts to crank up your confidence. 

Psychiatrist Pooja Lakshmin on the Importance of Building Your Personal Hype File 

Ashley Sumner on How to Prep for an Important Meeting

Car Shopping? Here’s How to Get a Good Price

Mortgage Rates Are High Right Now, But You Should Still Be House Hunting

Plus, how to stop feeling guilty about your financial situation.


Yes, You Can Tackle Debt While Also Saving for Retirement. Here’s How.

Plus, the benefits of relaxation and a walk outside.

Trinity Mouzon Wofford Wants You to Turn Off Your Notifications 

It’s doable, but getting started is key.

What (Almost) Everyone Gets Wrong About FIRE

Cyndi Ramirez-Fulton on How to Give Difficult Feedback

Spoiler: You don’t have to wait until they’re in high school.


Is It Time to Talk to Your Kids About Money? Here’s How to Know

Including how to deal when things don’t go the way you want them to. 


Soccer Superstar Sam Mewis’s Advice for Bringing a Winning Attitude to Work

Yes, You Still Have Time to Crush Your Retirement Goals

Éva Goicochea Shares Her Go-To Tip for Boosting Confidence

What’s the Best Way to Save For Retirement?

Plus, what to do with your money once you’re debt-free. 


How to Save Money, Invest, and Pay Off Debt at the Same Time

No boss? Yes, please. Here’s how to get in the financial freedom mindset.

How to Get on the Financial Freedom Path, Even With Debt

How to Negotiate Your Salary, Even in a Tough Job Market

Money Advice From a Gen Z Personal Finance Content Creator

Getting Divorced? Here’s What a Financial Pro Wishes More Women Knew

New to Investing? Here Are 5 Things a Money Expert Wants You to Know

Ready to Take the Leap With Your Partner? Here’s How to Get “Financially Naked” With Them

The Child Care Cliff is Here. Here’s How Working Moms Can Stay on Top. 

Ditch Debt for Good With These Repayment Tips 

How to Align Your Money With Your Values

New to Budgeting? An Expert Shares Her Foolproof Tips

What Is Cash Stuffing, and Can It Help You Budget Better?

Gain Financial Literacy With Advice From Amanda Wolfe

How First-Gen Americans Can Set Money Boundaries and Start Building Wealth

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

SCOTUS Struck Down Student Loan Relief — Now What?

Kristy Shen Retired in Her 30s. Here Are Her Top FIRE Tips.

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

7 Ways to Keep Your Summertime Spending in Check

For every dollar paid to a man, a woman gets just 77 cents, on average. Let's talk about why...and how to stop it.

Why Don't We Have Equal Pay Yet?

Skimm Money: Car Shopping, Dining Out, and Spring Cleaning for Cash

Skimm Money: Mindful Spending, Extended Vacays, And AI Assistants 

Selling Stuff Online: How to Find Extra Cash in Your Closet

Skimm Money: Credit Crunch, AI Co-Workers, And Cash Back

Skimm Money: High Earners, Hybrid Workers, And The Seven-Layer Dip Generation

Skimm Money: Retirement, Interest Rates, And Impulse Trading

Skimm Money: Investing, SVB Fallout, And “Accidental” Landlords

Skimm Money: Money Biases, Mortgages, And SVB

Skimm Money: Recession Millionaires, Real Estate, and a Perkcession

Yes, a good reference letter makes a difference.


4 Career Coach-Approved Tips for Writing a Reference Letter

A Career Coach’s Take on How to Answer ‘What Are Your Weaknesses?’ in a Job Interview

Here’s the Right Way to Ask for a Raise, According to a Career Expert

Skimm Money: The Great Breakup, Pay transparency and Anna May Wong

The sample script you need to get. That. Money.

A Career Coach Explains Exactly How to Write a Salary Negotiation Email

Skimm Money: Shrinking Savings, Credit Card Debt, And Netflix

How to Decline a Job Offer (Without Burning Any Bridges)

Skimm Money: The Job Market, Talking Finances With Your SO, And Money Fears

Single Hispanic Women Have the Smallest Median Net Worth. Let's Change That.

Skimm Money: Higher Bills, Financial Anxiety, And Guaranteed Income

Skimm Money: Interest Rates, FIRE, And Inflation Worries

Future-Proofed: The Metaverse, "The Merge," and Pig Butchering

Skimm Money: ESG Investing, Holiday Spending, and Small Money Wins

6 Things You Can Do to Improve Your Finances in 30 Minutes or Less

Skimm Money: Job Hoppers, Homebuyers, and Money Goals

Skimm Money: F*ck-You Funds, Breakfast Budgets, and Money Wins

Because apps aren’t always the answer.


Ditch the App, and Try This Old-Fashioned Budgeting Tool Instead  

Out with the old (position), in with the new.

How to Impress Hiring Managers When They Ask, ‘Do You Have Any Questions for Me?’

The Best Budgeting Strategy for Your Myers-Briggs Personality Type 

Skimm Money: Student Loan Forgiveness, Quiet Quitting, and Tips for Saving to Start a Family

What Student Loan Forgiveness Could Mean For Your Money

Future-Proofed: Web3, Rug Pulls, and The Surge in .eth Domain Name Sales, Explained

Skimm Money: Grocery Shopping vs. Eating Out, Cheap Fall Flights, and Making Sense of the Housing Market

Is Bitcoin Really Decentralized?

Without an SO to share life’s big bills — from rent to internet to a large order of pad thai on Friday night — being single is expensive. Here's what you can do to reach your money goals solo.


Why Being Single Is So Expensive

If you buy an electric car or upgrade your home appliances, you could get some money back.

Here’s How the Inflation Reduction Act Could Impact Your Bank Account

CFAs, CPAs, CFPs. There are tons of different finance experts out there.

Want Help Managing Your Money? Here’s How to Know Which Pro Is Right for You

Skimm Money: Inflation, The Gender Pay Gap, and Hiring a Pro to Help Manage Your Finances

What the JetBlue and Spirit Airlines Merger Could Mean for Your Travel Budget

Skimm Money: Budget Flights, Retail Therapy, and How Much to Spend on a Wedding Gift 

Skimm Money: How to Prep for a Recession, Going OOO, and Beach Reads That'll Make You Better with Money

Because money makes the world go 'round. 

Skimm'tionary: What Basic Economics Terms Actually Mean

How Can You Prepare for a Potential Recession? Economy Experts Weigh In

Skimm Money: Remote Work, The Cost of Severe Weather, and Tips for Splitting the Check

Because climate change means more severe weather. 

What Severe Weather Means for Your Money and the Economy

Future-Proofed: WTF are NFTs, Crypto Regulations, and HODL

Skimm Money: Inflation Hits a 40-Year High, Summer Sale Overspending, and NFTs

Is Crypto Regulation What Investors Need for Success?

It may be less than you think — but don’t forget to budget for  wedding ring costs, too.


How Much Should You Spend On An Engagement Ring?

4 Ways to Find 'Lost Money' You Might Not Even Realize You’re Missing 

5 Signs You’re in a Hostile Work Environment

Whether you’re invested in crypto or not. 

Companies Are Bracing for a Crypto Winter — Here's What That Could Mean for You

Want to Start Investing During a Bear Market? Here’s What You Need to Know

Skimm Money: Investing in a Bear Market, Finding "Lost Money," and Bracing for Crypto Winter

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

No need to thank us when you score the offer.

5 Job Hunting Tips to Land Your Dream Role

Is Renting a Waste of Money?

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) 

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

Removing Russia from SWIFT could help stop a war, but it could also start one.

What Is SWIFT and Could It Be a Key Tool in Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks? 

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.