There’s no question about it. Money is a necessary ingredient for happiness. We need it to meet our basic needs on a daily basis.

How does our culture’s hyper focus on shaping youth spending habits square with the new austerity trend that is sweeping the globe? The contrast couldn’t be more dramatic. Imagine how confusing the message of austerity must be for youth around the world.

Establishing and maintaining an emergency fund is one of the most important things you can do for yourself—both financially and emotionally.

Nathan did a brief interview with the Community Foundation of Greater Birmingham when he was in town speaking at two events sponsored by the foundation.

Last month Walmart announced that it is extending its reach into the alternative check-cashing industry. The retail giant’s expansion of services means that you can now cash checks for rebates, pensions, retirement accounts, and student loans at any one of its stores.

In my experience of working with high-net-worth families, there is a significant imbalance in the amount of time and energy they devote to the transaction of wealth versus the interaction of wealth.