#personal finance

5 Simple Wealth-Building Habits to Start in 2026

Start simple in 2026: budget clearly, build an emergency fund, automate saving and investing, tackle high-interest debt, and invest consistently. These five steady habits build lasting wealth.

How to Handle an 81-Year-Old Mother-in-Law Asking You to Fund Her Italy Trip

A family faces pressure from an 81-year-old mother-in-law who wants them to fund her Italy 'bucket list' trip. They already planned Europe and must balance budgets, empathy and boundaries.