Riley Jones

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10 Reasons People Spend More That $40 Every Time They Stop At QuikTrip You pull into QuikTrip with the best intentions. Maybe you need $10 of gas. Maybe you’re running late and just want a ... read the story

11 Outrageous Grocery Items That Everyone Keeps Buying If your last grocery bill gave you the same sticker shock as a high-end fashion receipt, you’re not alone. What us... read the story

Financial Clean Girl Era: Minimalism That Pays Off The “clean girl” trend started with slick buns, no-makeup makeup, and neutral wardrobes. But underneath the polished... read the story

The Sneaky Ways Social Media Is Sabotaging Your Bank Account You open your phone to scroll for a few minutes. Just a quick mental break. But by the time you close the app, you’re ... read the story

Is Hustle Culture Making You Rich or Just Tired? Everywhere you look, hustle culture is being glamorized. Early mornings. Late nights. No days off. From TikTok to Linked... read the story

How Skipping a Roth IRA at 25 Became a $500K Mistake At 25, it doesn’t feel urgent. You’re juggling rent, student loans, maybe a car payment, and trying to keep enough i... read the story

Why You Need a Financial Backup Plan (Even If You’re Doing Fine) It’s easy to feel secure when the bills are paid, the job feels stable, and there’s a little money left over each mo... read the story

6 Money Habits Gen Z Has Right That Boomers Still Mock Talk to someone from the Baby Boomer generation about money, and you might get an eye roll when the topic turns to Gen Z... read the story

Can You Be Financially Independent Without Hating Your Life? Financial independence has become the holy grail of modern adulthood. For many, it’s the ultimate escape route—a... read the story

How to Avoid Lifestyle Inflation When You Start Earning More Getting a raise feels amazing. Suddenly, your bank account has more breathing room, and you can finally afford a few of ... read the story