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2024 travel hacks? You don’t need ‘em
Everyone’s looking for ways to save money on travel this summer. But what if you didn’t have to compromise?
How to use a credit card like an adult
Using a credit card like an adult can be done in 3 simple steps. Following these gets you one step closer to Deadbeat (that’s a good thing) and further away from the insane amount of credit card debt the average American is carrying.
Wealth Manager vs. Financial Advisor
What’s the difference between a financial advisor and a wealth manager? The short answer is: there isn’t one.
How to know if you’re a HENRY (High Earner Not Rich Yet)
HENRYs (High Earners Not Rich Yet) make good money, but they don’t have much to show for it. We detail the recurring themes of HENRYs to help you discover if you fit the bill.
Social Security? Don’t count on it.
The news of a social security crisis has most Americans concerned. But having your [financial] sh*t together means that by the time you’re 62, you won’t need social security.
How much cash should I keep in the bank?
Wondering how much cash you should keep in the bank? The answer isn’t as simple as you might think. Because it depends on your goals!
A billionaire’s guide to personal finance
What separates the 1% from the 99? A mindset. Here are 3 ways to reach your financial goals by developing a “billionaire mindset”.
Top 10 Goals of 2022
Find out what high earning 30 year olds are spending their hard-earned money on this year.
Why celebrities go broke
Celebrities are humans too, and they're equally vulnerable to becoming victims of lifestyle creep. Let's make sure that doesn't happen to you.
How to travel for free (when you’re not an influencer)
Want to know how to travel for free like an influencer - but without the giant social media following? We're laying out exactly how.
How to buy nice things and not feel guilty about it
Our clients like buying nice things just as much (and maybe more) as the next person. We help them do just that, without feeling guilty in the check-out line. Read this quick post to learn how to stop feeling guilty after a big purchase.
Paying for a financial advisor
There are three main ways to pay for a financial advisor. We're diving in to how they're paid and what may be best for you.
Stop trying to budget
Budgets don't work. This is why we've created the Reverse Budget™ that allows you to save first and blow everything else without any shame, guilt, or regret. Click here to learn how to make a budget the better way, in reverse.
Do you know how much your partner makes?
Talking about your salaries might seem daunting but it's actually one of the sexiest things you can do for your relationship. Read this quick post to learn how to get your couple’s finances on lock.
Why you shouldn’t buy a house. From someone’s who’s bought four
HENRYs often ask about the best time to buy a home. It's possible that your money would be better off in the market in the long run.
The real truth behind putting 10% down on a condo
Ready to take the leap and switch from renting to owning? This is where the condo down payment exception comes in.
How I fell back in love with saving money
As a young girl, my grandfather got me started saving and encouraged me to set goals and stick to them. Then when an opportunity to study in Spain came around my goals had to change. This is how I learned to save money.
Top 10 Goals of 2021
While the Top 10 List is chock full of incredible things to plan for, we did see a drop in extravagance this year.
Should I finance my peloton with Affirm?
If you’ve thought about buying a Peloton, purchased Warby Parkers, or shopped online for any big-ticket item recently - you’ve probably seen the option to finance your purchase.
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Articles by Priya Malani
Priya Malani
Founder & CEO, Stash Wealth
Priya Malani is an industry thought-leader and money expert for HENRYs [High Earners, Not Rich Yet]. Her relatable, no bullsh*t style has garnered attention from the largest media outlets in the country such as Forbes, Wall Street Journal, Refinery29, Business Insider, ABC News, Nerdwallet and more. Read More >
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