Personal finance systems for spending, saving, debt, and investing.
Education & Certification
Latest Articles
All articles for the active domain.
Budget Planner
How to Freeze and Unfreeze Your Experian Credit Report
Follow these steps to freeze or thaw your Experian credit report for free. Freezing your credit is the best way to prevent someone from accessing your personal information and causing you financial harm.
Aug 1, 2026
Budget Planner
9 Benefits of Good Credit
Good credit can help you borrow at lower interest rates, get credit cards and cell phone deals, save on insurance and possibly help you get an apartment or job.
Aug 1, 2026
Budget Planner
How to Budget Money: A Step-By-Step Guide
To budget money: 1. Figure out your after-tax income 2. Choose a budgeting system 3. Track your progress 4. Automate your savings 5. Practice budget management
Aug 1, 2026
Budget Planner
Couponing for Beginners: 8 Tips for Getting Started
Here’s how to coupon in eight easy steps. Start by finding a coupon database and making a shopping list, then consider stacking and stockpiling.
Aug 1, 2026
Budget Planner
Free Budget Spreadsheets
We picked our favorite free budget spreadsheets, including tools from Microsoft, Google Docs, Canva and our own 50/30/20 worksheet. Find the best fit for your needs.
Aug 1, 2026
Budget Planner
How Much Should I Spend On Rent Every Month?
One rule is to spend 30% of your monthly gross income — your paycheck before taxes and other deductions are taken out. But what you can afford depends on your income, location, work commute and other bills.
Aug 1, 2026
Budget Planner
Good Things to Get on Amazon
Read this for a narrowed-down list of what to buy from the retailer that sells everything.
Aug 1, 2026
Taxes
Net Investment Income Tax: Do You Have to Pay It?
The net investment income tax (NIIT) may apply to single filers making over $200,000 ($250,000 if married filing jointly; $125,000 if married filing separately).
Aug 1, 2026
Taxes
Inheritance Tax: How It Works, Rates
There is no federal inheritance tax, but some states have an inheritance tax. The tax typically applies to assets passed to someone who is not immediate family.
Aug 1, 2026
Taxes
Capital Gains Tax Calculator (2026)
Our capital gains tax calculator estimates capital gains tax on investments sold in 2026. The tax depends on time of ownership, taxable income and filing status.
Jun 27, 2026
Taxes
Capital Gains Tax on Home Sales: How Taxes on Real Estate Work in 2026
Capital gains on real estate may be taxable in several circumstances. However, single filers can exclude up to $250,000 of gains ($500,000 for joint filers).
Aug 1, 2026
Investing
ESG for Beginners: Environmental, Social and Governance Investing
ESG investing is a philosophy that grades investments with environmental, social and governance criteria. ESG is an easy way to invest ethically and sustainably.
Aug 1, 2026