Although we don't own our home (yet), we know plenty of couples who have bought and sold their homes already. We also know several real estate agents. A lot of the time, sellers feel like they have to choose between selling their home fast and making … [Read more...] about How to Sell Your Home Fast Without Losing Value
Today is the anniversary of when my wife and I got our dog, Enzo. I've written about him on Clever Dude in the past, but I don't think I ever wrote about some of the challenges we had early on with him. Training a dog isn't always the easiest thing … [Read more...] about What to Do if Your Dog Is Aggressive Toward Other Dogs
Let's be honest the vision most of us had for our 30s was a masterpiece of wishful thinking. We pictured total confidence, a flawless work-life balance, and maybe even a houseplant we couldn't accidentally kill. But if you've crossed that threshold, … [Read more...] about 6 Beliefs I Had About My 30s That Were Completely And Utterly Wrong
Taxes often feel like they are crushing our family, even though we live in one of the "cheaper" states in the U.S. Sometimes, it feels like our paycheck just disappears (way faster than it used to). However, some folks in the middle class are feeling … [Read more...] about Where the Middle Class Can’t Breathe: 6 States With Crushing Tax Burdens
As someone who used to work on vehicles on used car lots, there are a ton of things that dealerships will try to hide from you to get you to sign on the dotted line. That said, there are steps you can take to protect yourself throughout the … [Read more...] about 7 Things to Know Before Buying a Pre-Owned Car
Paying taxes is a fact of life, but that doesn’t mean you have to pay more than your fair share. Every year, millions of Americans leave money on the table by missing out on hidden tax breaks. Even if you work with a CPA, some deductions and credits … [Read more...] about 10 Hidden Tax Breaks You’re Probably Not Using (Even Your CPA Might Miss Them)
The rise of the “relationship coach” movement has taken social media and self-help spaces by storm. Promising quick fixes for love lives and personal growth, these coaches often market themselves as experts with secret formulas for happiness. But … [Read more...] about This ‘Relationship Coach’ Movement Has Been Tied to Cult Activity
The romantic comedies and pop culture of the 2000s taught us a lot about love, but not all of it was healthy. We watched characters engage in behaviors that were framed as romantic, passionate, or just quirky, when in reality, they were deeply toxic. … [Read more...] about 11 Toxic Relationship Behaviors We Normalized In The 2000s But Gen Z Is Calling Out
