If you’re in a dual-career household, you’ve probably lived some version of this scene:“Did the school change the early-release time?”“What day was the dentist appointment?”“Was basketball moved to We...

For most families, the systems that protect us from fraud, predatory lenders, identity thieves, and abusive corporations operate quietly in the background. We rarely think about how many guardrails ex...

As the year winds down, most of us are focused on holiday plans, family logistics, and trying to wrap up work without burning out. But the end of the year is also one of the most important moments for...

What does a masculine man look like to you? How does he show up in his relationships, for his partner, his kids, his friends? Over the past decade, what it means to be masculine has been held hostage ...

Money, Careers, and the Hidden Work That Shapes Your Marriage

Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and this year I’m sharing exactly what I’m cooking, what I’m skipping, and the recipes I swear by for the big day. The only exception is that I can’t share my ...

When used wisely, introductory APR offers can be a powerful tool for managing debt or making strategic purchases. But if misunderstood or misused, they can backfire—leaving you buried under interest c...

When Americans get sick, they shouldn’t have to fear financial ruin. But under recent Trump administration actions, the safety nets that once protected families from medical debt and skyrocketing insu...

My mission is to share ideas to manage money and the home as a team.

This twist on smoked white chicken chili is excellent. I made it for our Super Bowl Party in February and it was a hit. The following recipe serves 6-8.Smoked White Chicken and Jalapeño Cheddar Sausag...

You know the feeling. You're mid-sentence in a conversation with your spouse, but your brain's already jumped to the next task. You try to stay present, but your focus is frayed, your patience thin, a...

When couples consider their financial future, they often focus on saving more, investing wisely, or budgeting more effectively. However, a groundbreaking study has revealed a far more straightforward ...

We’re resharing a compelling and timely article by economist Jordan Peeples, PhD shared on the Decode Econ Substack. In it, Peeples unpacks the sharp and growing divide in marriage and divorce rates ...

“We need to talk about the budget.”Few phrases can spike tension in a relationship like that one.Even for couples who love each other deeply and manage their home as a team, money talk can feel like w...

As the year winds down, many families start weighing big-ticket financial decisions. For some, that includes whether to buy or lease a new vehicle. But if you’ve been eyeing an electric car, there’s m...

When couples argue about money, it’s often about how much is being spent or who’s doing the spending. But research reveals something deeper. How couples manage money together plays a major role in the...

You've probably heard it all before—men don't notice messes, men can't multitask, men only do chores when they're told. Most of us know that's garbage.We're not helpless, clueless, or incapable—we're partners, fathers, and providers in every sense of the word.Here are 101 myths about men and chores.💼 Cultural and Gender Norms1. Men aren't wired for domestic work.2. Men naturally don't see messes.3. Men can't multitask like women can.4. A man doing chores is emasculating.5. Men who clean are "wh

On average, raising a child over 18 years costs an additional $297,674 (not including college costs)

For generations, men were expected to be the primary financial providers for their families. That’s the story we were told, and many of us still carry that script deep inside, whether we realize it or not. But times have changed. What it means to be a provider means more today than a paycheck. Modern husbands believe that our careers are vital, but so is showing up in the moments that matter most, at home, in your marriage, and in support of your wife’s dreams, too.And yet, for some men, the ide