How to Improve Your Credit Score (Without Losing Your Mind)
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- 5 min read
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Priyanka PardasaniCo-Founder
Practical, stress-free strategies to boost your credit score and unlock more financial opportunities.
Read more- Learn money the way you live it. Explore below.
Money talk that finally makes sense. Real stories, practical breakdowns, and weekly insights that help you understand your finances without the stress.
Download AppSeptember 2025
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August 2025
4 articles
Back-to-School, Back-to-Basics: Teaching Kids About Money
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- 4 min read
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Anoushka MirchandaniFounder & CEO
Simple, everyday ways to start teaching kids about money. The back-to-school season is the perfect time to begin.
Read moreThe Smart Splurge: Why Sometimes the Best Money Move Is Spending
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- 5 min read
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- Anoushka MirchandaniFounder & CEO
Because financial wellness isn’t just about cutting back.
Read moreYour August Financial Wellness Cheat Sheet
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- 5 min read
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- Anoushka MirchandaniFounder & CEO
Because money health is part of whole health.
Read moreWhen Thriving Looks Different
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- 4 min read
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- Anoushka MirchandaniFounder & CEO
Burnout isn’t just emotional—it’s financial. A real story about survival mode, spending, and what wellness really means.
Read moreJuly 2025
5 articles
Let’s Make This My Money Era
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- 3 minute read
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- Priyanka PardasaniContributor
Your money era doesn’t begin when you have it all figured out. It begins when you choose to pay attention—starting now.
Read moreThe Cost of Convenience
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- 3 minute read
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- Priyanka PardasaniContributor
What are we really paying for when everything’s just a tap away?
Read moreUnsubscribed
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- 4 min read
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- Anoushka MirchandaniFounder & CEO
Financial freedom isn’t just about saving more—it’s about saying no to what no longer serves you.
Read moreGirl Math Got Me
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- 4 min read
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- Priyanka PardasaniContributor
Girl Math is hilarious—until it’s not. Let’s pivot from mental gymnastics to mindful money moves.
Read moreRedefining Rich (and Free)
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- 4 min read
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- Anoushka MirchandaniFounder & CEO
Real financial freedom isn’t always dramatic—it’s personal. Here’s what it can look like when you stop chasing someone else’s script.
Read moreJune 2025
4 articles
Money in Your 30s: What I’ve Learned (So Far)
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- 3 minute read
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- Priyanka PardasaniContributor
Feeling behind financially in your 30s? You’re not alone—and you’re not out of time. Here’s what one writer has learned the hard way (so far).
Read moreSuns Out, Funds Out (With Intention…SIMMER Style!)
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- 3 minute read
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- Anoushka MirchandaniFounder & CEO
This summer, skip the guilt spiral and spend with intention. Here’s how to have fun without falling off track.
Read moreWhy Financial Burnout Is Real and What to Do About It
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- 3 minute read
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- Priyanka PardasaniContributor
If money talk leaves you exhausted, you’re not alone. Here’s how to reset with simple habits that actually help.
Read moreThe Mid-Year Money Check-In: What I’ve Done Right And What Still Needs Work
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- 4 minute read
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- Anoushka MirchandaniFounder & CEO
Quitting my job to build SIMMER changed everything. Here’s how I’m handling money, family, and the pressure in between.
Read moreMay 2025
4 articles
The Money Conversations I Never Learned to Have
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- 3 minute read
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- Priyanka PardasaniContributor
Families, finances, and learning to talk about it all. One writer’s honest take on unlearning silence and building confidence.
Read moreMoney Boundaries: How to Say No Without Feeling Guilty
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- 2 min read
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- Priyanka PardasaniContributor
Setting boundaries doesn’t make you selfish—it makes your generosity sustainable. Here’s how to give without guilt.
Read moreBank of Mom and Dad: The Pros and Cons of Family Help
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- 3 min read
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- Anoushka MirchandaniFounder & CEO
Family support can be a lifeline—or a source of stress. Here’s how to tell the difference before you say yes.
Read moreFinancial Lessons I Wish My Parents Had Taught Me (and How I’m Learning Anyway)
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- 5 min read
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- Anoushka MirchandaniFounder & CEO
Real talk about debt, saving, and the money truths we should’ve learned sooner—but can still figure out now.
Read moreApril 2025
5 articles
Financial Literacy Month Series: Let’s Break Down Buzzwords – How to Protect What You’ve Built
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- 4 min read
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- Anoushka MirchandaniFounder & CEO
Part 4 of our series closes out Financial Literacy Month with real-life lessons on insurance, fraud protection, and why protecting your money matters.
Read moreFinancial Literacy Month Series: Let’s Break Down Buzzwords – What to Save, When to Invest, and How to Be Ready for Anything
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- 4 min read
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- Anoushka MirchandaniFounder & CEO
Lesson three in our four-part series covers the difference between saving and investing, why emergency funds matter, and how compound growth quietly changes everything.
Read moreFinancial Literacy Month Series: Let’s Break Down Buzzwords – The Real Cost of Borrowing
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- 4 min read
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- Anoushka MirchandaniFounder & CEO
Understanding the true cost of borrowing money—from APR and compound interest to the pitfalls of credit cards.
Read moreFinancial Literacy Month Series: Let’s Break Down Buzzwords – What You Own, What You Owe, and Why It Matters
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- 3 min read
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- Anoushka MirchandaniFounder & CEO
Breaking down key financial buzzwords to help you understand assets, liabilities, net worth, and credit scores.
Read moreThe Real April Fools? Believing These Money Myths
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- 4 min read
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- Anoushka MirchandaniFounder & CEO
Debunking common money myths and setting the record straight on personal finance.
Read moreMarch 2025
4 articles
Let's Just File Already
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- 4 min read
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- Anoushka MirchandaniFounder & CEO
Stressed about taxes? Here's how to file fast, avoid mistakes, and keep more of your money.
Read moreWant a Pot of Gold? Smart Investing Beats Luck Every Time
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- 4 min read
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- Anoushka MirchandaniFounder & CEO
St. Patrick’s Day is all about luck—four-leaf clovers, lucky charms, and maybe even finding that elusive pot of gold. But long-term wealth isn’t built on lucky breaks—it’s built on patience, smart decisions, and understanding your own risk tolerance. Here’s how to create your own luck in investing.
Read moreWhat Are Tariffs and Why Should We Care?
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- 2 min read
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- Anoushka MirchandaniFounder & CEO
Ever grabbed groceries or electronics and wondered why prices jumped? Tariffs might be the culprit—and your wallet feels the hit.
Read moreWomen Control 70-80% of Household Spending—But How Are They Navigating Economic Downturns?
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- 3 min read
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- Priyanka PardasaniCommunications Strategist
Women are at the forefront of financial decision-making, adapting to economic shifts with resilience and strategy. Learn how they’re managing rising costs and making smart money moves.
Read moreFebruary 2025
2 articles
Breaking the Cycle of Financial Stress: Why Money Feels Overwhelming & How to Take Back Control
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- 4 min read
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- Priyanka PardasaniCommunications Strategist
Financial stress can feel never-ending, but you can break the cycle. Here’s how to take small steps toward financial confidence and control.
Read moreFrom $10 Eggs to Pricey Chocolates: Why Everything Feels More Expensive
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- 3 min read
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- Anoushka MirchandaniFounder & CEO
Inflation is hitting everyday essentials—from eggs to chocolates. Here’s why prices are rising and how you can stay financially confident through it all.
Read moreDecember 2024
2 articles
The Unconventional Guide to Setting (and Crushing) Your Financial New Years Resolutions
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- 3 min read
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- Anoushka MirchandaniFounder & CEO
Financial goals don't have to feel daunting! Discover creative strategies to make saving, budgeting, and achieving your dreams as exciting as planning your next big adventure.
Read moreHow SIMMER Was Born: From Financial Confusion to Confidence (and a Dash of Cooking!)
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- 6 min read
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- Anoushka MirchandaniFounder & CEO
Managing money can feel overwhelming—trust me, I’ve been there. When I started my career in finance, I was completely lost. But over time, I realized that building financial confidence isn’t about being perfect—it’s about starting small, staying consistent, and having the right tools to guide you.
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