Plate 01 529 vs. Roth IRA for Your Kid's College: Which One Actually Wins After SECURE 2.0?
The SECURE 2.0 Act changed the math on college savings. Here's an honest decision framework for parents choosing between a 529 plan and a Roth IRA — sorted by state tax deduction, income, and how likely your kid actually is to use the money for school.
Plate 02 Best Budgeting Apps in 2025: YNAB vs. Monarch vs. Copilot vs. Rocket Money
A hands-on comparison of the four leading budgeting apps after Mint's shutdown — so you can pick the right tool for your money system, not just the one with the best marketing.
Plate 03 Coast FIRE Calculator: Can You Stop Saving Today and Still Retire at 65?
Coast FIRE is the milestone where your existing retirement savings—left alone—will grow to fund your retirement without another dollar of contributions. Here's how to calculate it and decide if you're there yet.
Plate 04 Compound Interest Calculator: See What $200/Month Becomes in 30 Years
Type in a monthly amount, watch decades of math unfold. This plain-language guide shows exactly how compound interest works — and where to put your money so it actually compounds.
Plate 05 How to Pay Off Debt: Snowball vs. Avalanche Calculator and Step-by-Step Plan
Two proven strategies — the debt snowball and debt avalanche — can help you pay off everything you owe faster and for less money. Here's how to choose the right one for you and build a plan that actually sticks.
Plate 06 The HSA Is the Best Retirement Account You're Not Using — Here's the Math
A Health Savings Account offers three layers of tax advantage that no other account can match. Here's how to turn yours into a retirement weapon.
