Are Expensive Gifts More Romantic?
An article over at Forbes has me scratching my head. What Your Holiday Gift Says About Your Relationship gives conflicting financial advice. On the one hand, author Jenna Goddreau says…
The Moneyshot: Day 22
Today is the end of my first month of rigorous budgeting, and I can tell you this: I suck at budgeting. The upside of all this drama is that in…
Buy Local This Holiday Season
Many of us cashed in on killer deals on Black Friday - one friend told me she got a new laptop at Best Buy for only $199. With the big…
The Moneyshot: Day 15
I'm a really emotional spender. No. Really. Look (click to enlarge if you can't): Guess who's been a little depressed? And now guess who's shorted himself nearly $800 this month…
Ten Money Questions: Manisha Thakor
Manisha Thakor is the founder of the Women's Financial Literacy Initiative and the co-author of two critically acclaimed personal finance books: ON MY OWN TWO FEET and GET FINANCIALLY NAKED.…
Financial Makeover: Petunia
Don't think for a second I've forgotten about this series! I decided to retool it a little though. My video quality wasn't the best and I do my best work…
The Moneyshot: Day 8
I had no idea I was so damn bad at budgeting. Money for the most part has not been an issue for me. I have almost always managed my finances…
Ten Money Questions for Jesse Archer
1. You're an actor, a writer, and a regular columnist for Out. Can you tell me what drew you to the life you lead now? They say every decision leads…
Freelancing Tips: How to Write a Query Letter
One of the things I enjoy the most about freelance work is the thrill of the chase. I might have a great idea for an article, but unless I'm willing…
The Moneyshot: Day 1
So here's my secret that I've never shared with any of you. Although I'm your friendly neighborhood gay financial blogger, I am also in debt. Last year I was largely…