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Money

Where to save it. How to grow it. Which tools actually work. Every product here has been tested or researched by a dad with a real family budget on the line.


Reviews & Comparisons

Savings

Best High-Yield Savings Accounts

I moved our emergency fund and earned $900 more last year. Here's where to put yours.

Budgeting

Best Budgeting Apps That Won't Make You Hate Budgeting

YNAB vs. Monarch vs. Copilot. One of them changed how we handle money.

Credit Cards

Best Credit Cards for Families (2026)

Groceries, gas, and Amazon. Your top three categories, maximized.

College

Best 529 College Savings Plans for 2026

I compared 529 plans from every state. Some charge 10x more in fees than others.

Insurance

Best Life Insurance for New Dads (2026)

You have a kid now. You need life insurance. I compared 6 options and got covered in 20 minutes.

Meal Kits

Best Meal Kit Delivery for Families (2026)

I tested 5 meal kit services with a family of 4. Some save time. Some save money. One does both.

Gear

Best Baby Gear That's Actually Worth the Money

We spent $4,000 on baby gear for our first kid. Half of it was useless. Here's what actually mattered.

Guides & Systems

Budgeting

The One-Page Family Budget That Actually Works

Fits on one page, takes 20 minutes to set up, and uses formulas that do the math for you.

Tracking

How I Track Our Net Worth in 10 Minutes a Month

One number. Updated once a month. It changed how I think about money more than any budget ever did.

Milestones

What Every Dad Should Know About Money Before 35

10 financial milestones you should hit before 35. One-page printable checklist.

Investing

How to Use Your HSA as a Stealth Retirement Account

Triple tax advantage. No required distributions. Here's how to use it like the pros do.

Saving

How to Negotiate Anything: Scripts a Dad Can Use

Word-for-word scripts for negotiating your cable bill, a raise, medical bills, and more. I saved $3,800 last year.

Marriage

How to Talk About Money Without Fighting

Money is the #1 thing couples fight about. Here's a simple script and a monthly check-in format.

Insurance

The Dad's Guide to Open Enrollment

The most expensive decision you make on autopilot. Here's how to actually compare your health plan options.

Taxes

Tax Deductions Every Side Hustle Dad Misses

If you earn freelance income, you're probably overpaying on taxes. Here are the deductions you're missing.