Welcome to Fioney’s look at the top 10 personal finance articles of the month. On the first Friday of each new month, we look back at some of our favorite posts published (or updated) in the weeks prior and highlight them right here. This includes a mix of sites that have become staples of our lists as well as many first-timers.
We’ll start off this month’s roundup with some technology concerns (as they relate to finance). Then, we’ll talk about subscriptions and fees. To wrap up, we’ll cover hidden IRAs, credit score impacts, measuring your life by money, and more.
Here are our picks for the top 10 personal finance articles for June 2026.
Technology Concerns
Stop Swiping Your Credit Card. Here’s Why Apple Pay Is Safer, Faster, and Smarter — Chris, Heavy Metal Money
Since launching in 2014, Apple Pay has grown to prominence in several countries around the world. Yet, some consumers may have questions and worries regarding the payment platform, leading them to forgo this option. However, as Chris explains, Apple Pay and similar services can actually be more secure than the alternatives.
Is It Safe to Put My Financial Documents into AI Tools? — Jim Wang, Wallet Hacks
As consumers continue to explore the possibilities of AI, they may be brainstorming other uses for this evolving technology. In turn, some may wonder whether it’s okay to give AI access to financial documents and details. To answer that, Jim looks at the latest best practices and updates on the topic.
Subscriptions and Fees
Creating Financial Margin: Reviewing Your Subscriptions & Memberships — Stephanie, The Money Savvy Blog
These days, it seems that everything is moving to a subscription model. This goes well beyond streaming and software, leading many Americans to have a growing list of memberships — which can also increase in price. So, for those who want to add more margin to their finances, Stephanie suggests looking to your subscriptions.
How To Save Big On International ATM Fees — A Purple Life
Something that travelers might not realize is that, if they’re not paying attention, they could be paying fees on foreign transactions. Similarly, using overseas ATMs can make getting money more expensive in some cases. Luckily, as seasoned traveler Purple explains, there are some ways you can avoid these additional expenses while abroad.
How Much Does It Cost to Sell Your House? — David Champion, Can I Retire Yet?
In most cases, selling your house isn’t as simple as you might hope. It can also be expensive due to various fees and expenses you may encounter as the seller. Curious about what these amount to? David breaks it all down.
Personal Finance Tips
Can You Find the Hidden Roth IRA? — Sean Mullaney, The FI Tax Guy
Have you ever heard of the “Hidden Roth IRA” concept? It may sound as though it refers to an account you’ve lost track of over time, but that’s not it at all. Learn all about what it really is as Sean fills you in.
How Utilization Impacts Your Credit Scores: My Real-Life Example — Kyle Burbank, Money@30
You might know that credit utilization is the second-largest factor that determines your credit score (after payment history). But what does that look like in practice? Kyle shares his recent first-hand credit experience and some of the surprising things he learned in the process.
Money Is the Easiest Way To Measure Your Life. But It Is Not the Best — Aaron, Mr. Stringy
When we talk about success, it’s only natural to talk about the money people have or make. While this can be helpful in some cases, it’s not the only measure of wealth. In fact, Aaron shares, it’s not even the best.
Your Plan is Too Small — Derek Hagen, Meaningful Money
Whether it’s a change in career, relocation, or other pursuit, we as humans often build our plan based on what we think is possible. In doing so, we may be limiting ourselves. If you’d like to learn to expand your vision and consider more possibilities, Derek has some key advice.
What’s in My Wallet (and Why) — Mad Fientist
Finally, with so many types of credit cards on the market, it’s always interesting to see how different people build up a card portfolio in order to maximize rewards. That’s exactly what this article from Mad Fientist offers. Find out how they manage to get over $5,000 per year in value from different cards!
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