Writer, musician, freelancer.

Do you need a budget?

I've got a new feature up at Vox titled "What if a budget isn’t the answer?"

What if a budget isn’t the answer?
Budgeting culture is on overdrive, but the latest trend probably isn’t the answer to your money woes.

This piece interviews Dana Miranda of Healthy Rich and Jen Smith and Jill Sirianni of the Frugal Friends Podcast, all of whom have new books on how to manage your money without relying on a prescriptive or restrictive budget.

Take a look, if you're interested!