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Top 10 Personal Finance Articles of the Month — March 2026

by Managing EditorApr 10, 2026

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.

First up this month, we’ll look at some lingering bad advice as well as some classic tips that hold up. Then, we’ll discuss big decisions, such as career, managing money with a partner, and buying a house. Wrapping up, we’ll talk about the art of comparison, how to tackle multiple money goals at once, AI for taxes, and more.

Here are our picks for the top 10 personal finance articles for March 2026.

New and Old

5 Pieces of Bad Financial Advice People Still Believe — Stephanie, The Money Savvy Blog

I don’t know if you know this, but there’s a lot of misinformation on the Internet. To be fair, a lot of this bad info isn’t malicious — it could just be that, over the years, someone’s opinion ( may have been misinterpreted as fact. With that in mind, Stephanie looks at some financial advice that doesn’t actually pass muster.

Old School Money Habits That Still Work Today — Kimberly, Love to Frugal

On the contrary, while there may be some bad advice that continues to permeate our culture, there are some money tips that still hold up, even in today’s world. For example, when it comes to budgeting, cash can still be king. Kimberly offers up a few other “oldie but goodies” in this post.

Big Decisions

Your Paycheck Isn’t the Point: Reframing Career Decisions Through a Wealth Lens — Mary Beth Storjohann, Allora Wealth

Have you ever heard of the “paycheck trap?” While you may view your salary as a leading indicator of how you’re doing financially, the truth is that there’s much more to wealth than income. In fact, as Mary Beth explores, there’s far more to consider when determining the right path for your career and wealth.

7 Tips for Combining Finances with Your Partner — Kumiko Love, The Budget Mom

Studies have long shown that one of the most common topics that couples argue about is money. And, since money is such a raw topic, some partners may find it difficult to even know where to start when it comes to merging finances. Luckily, Kumiko is here to offer some helpful tips.

Reconsidering The House We Raised Our Family In — Cripsy Doc

Buying a house is a big deal. Because of this, it’s safe to say that most people do make an honest attempt to consider everything they want and need before making it official. But, then again, your situation (and mind) can always change. In this post from Crispy Doc, they reflect on their long-held home and what they might do differently if they had the chance.

Personal Finance Tips

The Art of Comparison: How To Compare Well — Aaron, Mr. Stingy

You’ve probably heard it said that comparing yourself to others will do you no favors. Yet, it seems most of us just can’t help ourselves. So, if you’re going to compare, do it well by using Aaron’s advice.

The 80/20 Money Move: How To Save, Pay Down Debt, And Invest At The Same Time — Nadia Vanderhall, The Brands and Bands

If you’re like many people, you may be working on a few different money goals at once. For example, you might want to pay down debt and grow your savings while also getting started with investing. That may sound like a lot, but Nadia has some simple tips for making progress on each at the same time.

DIY Until You Can’t — Kyle Burbank, Money@30

You may assume that, when it comes to getting a home project done, there are only two options: hire someone or do it yourself. However, what if there were a way to navigate a hybrid solution? That’s what Kyle proposes, while sharing a recent success he had with this method.

Which AI Calculates Taxes Correctly? — Harry Sit, The Finance Buff

With AI adoption on the rise and Tax Day just around the corner, you may very well be wondering if you could use your new virtual assistant to help you do your tax return. Heck, if you did, you certainly wouldn’t be the only one. But, before you do, you’ll probably want to check out the results of Harry’s test and what he learned about the current state of AI and tax tips.

Pop the Champagne, Getting Laid Off Made Me FI! — Darcy, We Want Guac

Finally, getting laid off from your job can’t be a good thing… right? Well, it turns out that, in some rare cases, it can actually be the perfect outcome. You’ll have to read Darcy’s article yourself to believe it. Congrats, Darcy!

Thanks for checking out our top 10 personal finance articles published last month, and congratulations to all of the bloggers who made the list. To find more of these great articles on a daily basis, be sure to follow us on Twitter @fioneymoney and of course visit Fioney.com.

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Managing Editor ~ Fioney

Toren Ajk is the founder of TAC Marketing Group, the parent company of Fioney. Toren has over 15 years of experience in the digital publishing space and has worked with a number of FinTech clients over the years, including LendingClub, Upgrade, and Able Lending, among others. He has a BA in Business/Economics from the University of California at Santa Barbara and earned Beta Gamma highest academic honors for his MBA work in Finance and Marketing at Loyola Marymount University.