Weekly list of curated personal finance articles from around the web.

10 pieces of wisdom you only learn from living frugally (This Evergreen Home). It isn’t about financial suffering. In fact, it’s about living more richly.

Recent college grads are discovering that a STEM degree doesn’t guarantee a stable job (Money). Who would have guessed that grads with a computer engineering degree would have a tough time finding work? Things change quickly!

Majority of high schoolers say they don’t feel prepared for post-graduation (Yahoo Finance). There’s more that parents can do to get their kids ready for the “real world.”

What’s the going rate for kids’ allowances in 2025? (USA TODAY). Wow, some parents pay a lot!

Americans are side-hustling like we’re in a recession (Wall Street Journal). Do you have a side gig?

How can I get my kids to do chores? (Child Mind Institute). IMO, as soon as they are physically able, all kids should help out around the house.

Summer on a shoestring: your guide to an unforgettable budget getaway (Due). There are plenty of great free activities to enjoy.

When you stop trying to impress everyone, you remember what you actually love (No Sidebar). I like the idea of practicing “social indifference,” a phrase I heard from the daughter of Thomas Stanley, co-author of “The Millionaire Next Door.”

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