Megan Beauchamp

Senior Editor, Skimm Money

You can say “no,” and your friends will still love you. Promise.


Girlfriend Getaway? Don’t Let it Derail Your Money Goals 

“There is no limit to what you can accomplish.”

Soccer Star Turned Analyst Kaylyn Kyle on Betting on Yourself

A certified financial planner explains how to take your finances to the next level. 


Built Up Your Emergency Fund Already? Here’s What to Do Next

Keep those receipts to crank up your confidence. 

Psychiatrist Pooja Lakshmin on the Importance of Building Your Personal Hype File 

Car Shopping? Here’s How to Get a Good Price

Plus, the benefits of relaxation and a walk outside.

Trinity Mouzon Wofford Wants You to Turn Off Your Notifications 

Cyndi Ramirez-Fulton on How to Give Difficult Feedback

A money plan can completely change your mindset (and your bank account).


How to Get Over Budget Guilt and Take Control of Your Money

Yes, You Still Have Time to Crush Your Retirement Goals

No boss? Yes, please. Here’s how to get in the financial freedom mindset.

How to Get on the Financial Freedom Path, Even With Debt

A freelancing pro shares her tips for how to set your rates properly, ask for more, and source new clients.

What You Need to Know to Build a Successful Freelance Career

Money expert Vivian Tu, aka Your Rich BFF, gets real about how to grow your wealth, even if you’re living paycheck to paycheck.

Advice From Vivian Tu, aka Your Rich BFF, on How to Build Wealth

Getting Divorced? Here’s What a Financial Pro Wishes More Women Knew

The Child Care Cliff is Here. Here’s How Working Moms Can Stay on Top. 

How to Align Your Money With Your Values

Elevate Your Finances With This Banking Method

A Travel Hacking Pro Shares Her Best Tips for Using Credit Card Points

How First-Gen Americans Can Set Money Boundaries and Start Building Wealth

From how much you pay on your mortgage to your credit card debt, here’s what the Fed raising interest rates means for you.

It's Official, the Fed Is Raising Interest Rates—Here's What That Means for You

SCOTUS Struck Down Student Loan Relief — Now What?

You can’t control inflation. But you can take a few steps to protect your budget. Here’s how. 

7 Ways to Protect Your Wallet From Inflation

Skimm Money: High Earners, Hybrid Workers, And The Seven-Layer Dip Generation

Skimm Money: Retirement, Interest Rates, And Impulse Trading

Skimm Money: Revenge Spending, Side Hustles, And Student Loan Forgiveness

Skimm Money: Midlife Crisis, Overspending, And Nice Bosses

Skimm Money: Hush Trips, Negotiating Bills, And Resenteeism

Skimm Money: Tipping, Taxes, And Flight Deals

Yes, a good reference letter makes a difference.


4 Career Coach-Approved Tips for Writing a Reference Letter

W-2, W-9, WTF? Here’s a breakdown of all the common tax forms you should be on the lookout for this time of year.

11 Forms to Know to Get Your Taxes Done Before the April 18 Deadline

A Career Coach’s Take on How to Answer ‘What Are Your Weaknesses?’ in a Job Interview

And why they’re popular across America.

Everyone Is Talking About AR-15s. Here's What You Need to Know About the Semi-Automatic Gun.

How to Make Your Grocery Runs Count

Skimm Money: Cash Stuffing, Money Habits, And ZBB

Money Honey Rachel’s top tips for beginners — and the biggest mistake she made along the way.

Passive Real Estate Investing: A #MoneyTok Expert's Guide to Getting Started

Future Proofed: Crypto Lending, FTX, Zero-Proof Knowledge

Skimm Money: Negotiating Bills, Investing, And Inflation

Future Proofed: Crypto Regulation, FTX, And Rekt

Here’s the Right Way to Ask for a Raise, According to a Career Expert

Skimm Money: BNPL, Health Insurance, And Student Loan Forgiveness

Why credit is important and how to build it, explained.


Credit 101: How Credit Works and 29 Terms You Need to Know

Skimm Money: Toxic workplaces, Student Loan Repayments, And Pricey Halloween Candy

Skimm Money: The Great Breakup, Pay transparency and Anna May Wong

Spoiler: You can book that vacay without going broke.


These Little-Known Travel Tips Will Save You Money On Your Next Vacation 

Skimm Money: The Job Market, Talking Finances With Your SO, And Money Fears

Psst...You’ve got more options than you think. 

If You Haven’t Heard of a Roth 401(k), Here’s What You’re Missing Out On

Skimm Money: Interest Rates, FIRE, And Inflation Worries

Future-Proofed: The Metaverse, "The Merge," and Pig Butchering

Because there’s more than one way to add a bundle of joy to your family.


Considering Adoption? Here’s How Much It Actually Costs

6 Things You Can Do to Improve Your Finances in 30 Minutes or Less

Because apps aren’t always the answer.


Ditch the App, and Try This Old-Fashioned Budgeting Tool Instead  

The Best Budgeting Strategy for Your Myers-Briggs Personality Type 

Phone interview coming soon? Don’t worry. We have the tips to help make sure you nail it. 


 19 Tips to Nail Your Phone Interview — and Stand Out From the Crowd

Future-Proofed: Web3, Rug Pulls, and The Surge in .eth Domain Name Sales, Explained

Yes, there’s a Google Sheets budget template for that.


5 Free Google Sheets Templates to Help You Manage Your Budget 

Skimm Money: Grocery Shopping vs. Eating Out, Cheap Fall Flights, and Making Sense of the Housing Market

Is Bitcoin Really Decentralized?

Without an SO to share life’s big bills — from rent to internet to a large order of pad thai on Friday night — being single is expensive. Here's what you can do to reach your money goals solo.


Why Being Single Is So Expensive

If you buy an electric car or upgrade your home appliances, you could get some money back.

Here’s How the Inflation Reduction Act Could Impact Your Bank Account

Skimm Money: Inflation, The Gender Pay Gap, and Hiring a Pro to Help Manage Your Finances

What the JetBlue and Spirit Airlines Merger Could Mean for Your Travel Budget

How Much Should You (Really) Spend on a Wedding Gift?

Because taking time off from work after the loss of a loved one is important.


What Is Bereavement Leave? Here's What to Know Before the Unexpected Happens

Skimm Money: How to Prep for a Recession, Going OOO, and Beach Reads That'll Make You Better with Money

Because money makes the world go 'round. 

Skimm'tionary: What Basic Economics Terms Actually Mean

How Can You Prepare for a Potential Recession? Economy Experts Weigh In

What’s Better for Your Wallet: Returning to the Office or Working From Home?

Yes, Your Side Hustle Needs Insurance

Future-Proofed: WTF are NFTs, Crypto Regulations, and HODL

theSkimm for anyone who’s still wondering what Bitcoin or the Bored Ape Yacht Club is (no shame).


Everyone's Talking About Crypto, But What Is It? Here's Your Non-Techie Guide

Whether you’re invested in crypto or not. 

Companies Are Bracing for a Crypto Winter — Here's What That Could Mean for You

Skimm Money: Investing in a Bear Market, Finding "Lost Money," and Bracing for Crypto Winter

Plus, who do you need to give plus-ones to? And do you have to invite kids? All your questions, answered.

How Many People Should You Invite to Your Wedding?

Is It Better to Lease or Buy a Car? What to Know Before Hitting the Lot

A down payment isn’t the only expense that should be on your radar.


Ready to Buy a Home? Here's What You Need to Know Before You Start Saving

How Many Credit Cards Should You Have? 

The Baby-Sitters Club has some new members. And for them, $15 an hour won’t cut it anymore. An expert explains why babysitters are asking for more money. And what parents can do to keep costs down.

Babysitter Rates Are on the Rise. Here's How You Can Negotiate.

Skimm Her Career: What It’s Like to Be A ‘Slashie’

Because every cent counts when you’re filling up.

5 Gas Apps to Help You Save at the Pump

Psst…it doesn’t have to be either-or.


Should You Invest in Mutual Funds or Individual Stocks?

Yes, You Can Rack Up Rewards Just for Shopping

Here’s why “sell in May and go away” isn’t a hard-and-fast investing rule anymore. 


Should I Be Worried About a Stock Market ‘Summer Slump?’

Free Checked Bags? Here’s How to Choose the Best Travel Card 

Time to Dust Off Your Budget — Here's How to Spring Clean Your Finances 

Investing in your business. And yourself.


Side Hustle Getting Serious? These Smart Money Moves Will Set You Up for Success

What Goes Into Your Credit Score? 

Psst…it’s not all about interest rates.

Want Your Money to Work Harder? Hint: Choose the Right Savings Account

Adding a Bundle of Joy to Your Family? Here's How to Build a Baby Budget

3 Signs You’re Underpaid (and What to Do About It)

Is Debt Always a Bad Thing?

These Books (and Apps) Make It Surprisingly Easy to Manage Your Money

Do You Really Need a 20% Down Payment to Buy a House?

If you’re feeling burnt out or generally unhappy at your job, you don’t have to quit to make a career change. We’ve got tips on how to change your job and be happy at work. No great resignation required.

8 Ways to Give Your Career a Boost Without Quitting

How much does it cost, how does it work, and how much coverage do you need? All your questions, answered.

Here’s What You Need to Know About Renter’s Insurance

Here's how to know if your identity has been stolen—and a step-by-step stolen identity guide explaining what to do if it has.

Here’s Exactly What to Do If Your Identity Has Been Stolen 

If you don’t, it could cost you thousands of dollars in the long run. 


Should I Rollover My 401(k) to My New Employer?

How do I start investing in ETFs? What are stock ETFs? When do ETFs pay dividends? Here’s everything you need to know to start earning dividends with ETFs.

Here’s How to Start Earning Dividends, Even If You’re New to Investing

Navigating the costs of returning to the office, aka the “new normal.”


Returning to the Office? Here’s How to Adjust Your Budget Accordingly

Buying a car doesn’t have to be complicated. Here’s a step-by-step guide for how to get your first car — or your next car — the easy way.

Here's What You Need to Know Before Buying a Car

Why Paying Black Women More Benefits Everyone

If you’re feeling stressed about money, you’re not alone. Here’s how to cope with and overcome money anxiety in all of its forms.