
Is Real Inflation Soaring Due to Hidden Quality Cuts?
A recent social media post by developer Pieter Levels sparked a lively discussion by claiming that inflation is far more…

Shed Pounds Using Economic Principles and Finance Smarts
Ever since launching Financial Samurai back in 2009, I have been aiming to shed about 10 pounds, which equates to…

Retain Your Phone Number on Carrier Switch: Risks and Prevention
Switching mobile service providers doesn’t necessarily require changing your phone number, despite the potential inconvenience of doing so. In the…

Why the $140K Poverty Line Claim Falls Short
Several weeks back, Michael Green shared an article making the case that the official poverty threshold for a family of…

Tackling America’s Student Loan Debt Crisis
The Stats on the Student Loan Crisis America faces a pressing and uncomfortable reality with the escalating student loan crisis.…

Master Budget Reports for Financial Success
Why Budget Reports Are Essential To advance your financial position, your everyday spending patterns must align closely with your long-term…

Why Credit Card Rewards Points Aren’t Worth the Hype
Understanding Credit Card Rewards Points Credit card issuers frequently promote enticing offers such as 3% cash back on purchases, 20,000…

Essential Guide to Student Loan Relief Programs
Updated as of June 2023: Federal student loan payments are scheduled to resume in October 2023, with interest accrual restarting…

UltraFICO Score: A Flawed Path to More Debt
If you’ve spent any time exploring financial advice around here, you’re likely well aware of our strong stance on credit…
