Ryan Anderson

Debt has a tricky way of shadowing you for a long time: On your credit report, in your inbox and, to use the parlance of our times, rent-free in your head. Even after you stop paying, the trauma of debt can impact how you think of money going forward. Still, you can cut credit card […]

That “Pay in 4 Installments” button at checkout seems harmless enough. A $200 purchase becomes four easy payments of $50. No interest, no credit check — what’s not to love? But here’s the thing: Those small payments can add up fast, especially when you’re juggling multiple Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) plans at once. And […]

It’s not every day you buy a house or a car. But the foundations of major money decisions are laid every day, and sometimes in the places you least expect — in this case, your inbox. With hundreds of “sales” and “deals” pouring in each week, your email can become a trap for your money. […]

Have you ever woken up after a whirlwind Friday night out with friends and seen the dreaded “Low Balance” notification from your bank?   That’ll put a pit in your stomach — and maybe even cast a cloud of anxiety over the rest of your week. That’s because we link our emotional and financial well-being. And […]