The financial education you never got in school
I’m Brian — retired finance pro, former English major, lifelong teacher at heart. No ads, no stock tips, no agenda. Just honest explanations to help you make better decisions with your money.
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Budget & saving
Build a budget that actually works
Investing basics
Mutual funds, ETFs, stocks, bonds demystified
Protect wealth
Don't let scammers undo your hard work
Financial products
401k, IRA, credit cards explained
Going Deeper
Investing journal
Advanced topics, stories & lessons learned
Retirement
Social Security, Medicare, 401k withdrawals and other tips
Tax
Strategies to keep more of what we've earned
Everything journal
Car buying, detailing, hearing aids, bluetooth speakers...
Reader Favorites
Hearing aids
My journey comparing, testing and buying hearing aids
Cars
Car buying, extended warranties, detailing...
Media
Media bias is everywhere. What does that mean to you?
Fun
Because sometimes we just need a laugh.
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