You want to fly for free? And bring a friend for free, too? Knowledge is power, girl, and I’m about to hook you up!Key Takeaways A Companion Pass will allow a guest of your choice fly with you for free, unlimited times until the Companion Pass expires. You can change...
Falling In (and Out of) Love with My Money Mentors
Happy Valentine’s Day! This year, I celebrate my latest loves in the world of personal finance, and say goodbye to some old ones. With so much competing information out there, it can be hard to know where to turn for trusted advice on money. And will the leaders you...
What I Learned After Doing My First No-Spend Month
It’s all about accountability, amirite? At the beginning of this month, I announced on my Instagram account that I’d be doing a no-spend month.And why would I ever want to do that? Well, even Homo Money bloggers have room to improve on their financial sitch, and my...
The Upside of Financial Trauma, PART 2: My Money Mistakes from the Past 20 Years
Excuse the 22-year-old half naked boy above. She thirsty. In the first part of this 2-part post, I shared how my financial trauma of 2008 gave me the financial discipline to buck the social norms and take the road less traveled on my path to financial freedom. In this...
How I Prioritize the Top 7 Stocking Stuffers of My Savings
On the first day of retirement I truly hope will be… A party without poverty! Happy Holidays, Moneymakers! In the midst of parties and shopping for loved ones, I just want to touch base with you. You're probably making a list and checking it twice for everyone else,...
These 2 Military Veteran Benefits Helped Me Save an Extra $3,670/Month Tax-Free and Buy a New Condo
This Thursday is Veteran’s Day, and I have a challenge for you. (Don’t worry, it doesn’t involve ice buckets.) Check it out. There are a ton of veterans struggling right now, whether it be physically (from service-connected injuries), financially (trying to make ends...
Book Review of “Money Honey” by Rachel Richards. You’ll Thank Me Later.
Have you ever seen someone comment on social media with this: TL;DR? It stands for “Too Long, Didn’t Read.” I find it hilarious, and love that every chapter of Rachel’s book "Money Honey" starts with a TL;DR summary. Although, that shouldn't be a concern for readers...
Financial Hygiene 101: How To Save More Money to Afford the Things That Matter Most
Don't Let This Happen To You Picture this... it’s a quiet morning in your office. You walk into the break room to put your food in the shared-use community fridge. As you enter, there’s a general buzz of morning banter in the break room. But then, nightmare of...
Coming Out of the Closet? Here’s How I Did It… Personally, Professionally, and Financially.
Mark your calendars. Next Monday, October 11 is National Coming Out Day! And as a lead-up to that day of LGBTQ celebration, I want to share a few stories of my own coming out process... personally, professionally and financially. I’ll also share why I believe this...
Girrrrrl… Why Does Suze Orman Hate the FIRE Movement?
On an unsuspecting Fall afternoon in 2018, an icy wind whipped through the air and sent shockwaves through the FIRE community. It is a day that will live on in infamy. That was the day Paula Pant asked Suze Orman if she was familiar with the FIRE movement and Suze...