Weekly list of curated personal finance articles from around the web.
A simple way to break a bad habit: 5 science-based steps that actually work (LifeHack). What bad financial habits could you apply this to?
Ranked: the most important job skills in 2025 (Visual Capitalist). Always noteworthy to see the importance of “soft” skills.
Watch out for this big ripoff at the pump (Clark Howard). I haven’t noticed this as gas stations, but I’m seeing more and more other places charge extra when using a credit card.
The decision to let our teen have a smartphone (No Sidebar). Some good ideas in this piece, and you’ll find the contract we used with our kids here.
The greatest luxuries in life can’t be bought at a store (Becoming Minimalist). Well said!
The child tax credit is increasing to $2200 — who qualifies and how to cash in (US News). If you have kids under roof, your tax bill may be a bit lower next year.
When you’re dreading Monday mornings (The Gospel Coalition). The solution may not require a new job.
The core building blocks of successful investing (Sound Mind Investing, via FaithFi). Good stuff (if I may say so myself!) from my day-job employer.
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