SMART Financial Goals: How to Set Them and Keep Them
Learn how to set SMART financial goals with worked US examples for saving, debt, retirement and investing, plus the habits that close the intention-action gap.
Money Psychology & Behavioral Finance Blog
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Dopamine Spending: Why Shopping Feels Good and How to Stop
Dopamine spending explained: why the urge to buy peaks before checkout, how it differs from a real reward, and practical ways to break the loop.
Target Date Funds: How They Work and When They Fit
How target date funds work, what they cost, where they fall short, and how they compare with I bonds, CDs and T-bills, with SEC, GAO and FINRA sources.
Tax Loss Harvesting: $3,000 Cap and Wash Sale Risks for U.S. Investors
Learn how U.S. investors can use tax loss harvesting to offset gains, claim eligible losses, follow IRS reporting rules, and avoid wash sale mistakes.
4 Percent Rule: Test Early Spending Against a 30 Year Plan
Learn how the 4 percent rule sets a first year withdrawal, adjusts for inflation, and fits your plan with scenario tests and behavioral support.
100 Envelope Challenge: Save for Goals Without Cash at Home
Try the 100 envelope challenge with physical envelopes or a bank account, then put the savings toward an emergency fund or debt repayment plan.
Envelope Budgeting System: Does Cash Stuffing Really Work?
Discover the behavioral psychology behind cash stuffing and envelope budgeting. Learn how physical cash triggers the "pain of paying" to curb overspending—and how to apply these rules digitally.
DIY Investing vs. Financial Advisor: Making the Right Choice for Your Situation
Compare DIY investing vs. hiring a financial advisor. Discover true costs, AUM fees, behavioral challenges, and hybrid approaches to choose the best strategy for your financial goals.
How Much Should I Save Each Month? A Complete Guide
Discover how much of your monthly income to save based on your age, financial goals, and psychological behavioral triggers—from the 50/30/20 rule to personalized benchmarks.
U.S. T-Bill Ladder: Start With $100 and Keep It on Track
Build a U.S. T-bill ladder with $100 increments, learn TreasuryDirect auction and tax basics, compare brokers, and use PsyFi tools to stay on track.
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