Author Archives: farnoosh

When Spending More Doesn’t Get You More

This blog post is in partnership with Metromile Auto Insurance. Despite how they’re marketed, some higher-priced items aren’t any better than their more affordable counterparts. Raise your hand if you like expensive things. Who doesn’t? It’s no secret that we’re drawn to shiny objects, but here’s the problem: our brains are wired to assume that pricier […]

5 Ways to Save on Medical Costs

This article is sponsored by VSP Individual Vision Plans. When it comes to personal health care costs, the U.S. surpasses many other countries, taking a sizeable bite out of our annual budgets.  Out-of-pocket health care expenses here in the U.S. rank highest among developed nations including Switzerland, Australia, and Japan. According to a recent analysis, […]

Benefits Advice for Self-Employed, A DIY Plan for Insurance

If you’re considering pivoting to self-employment, don’t let uncertainties over things like retirement planning and a vision plan stop you from pursuing your dreams. Here’s how I’ve been able to affordably craft my own benefits.