No long post this week — I’m going to be (virtually) attending the 14th Gathering for Gardner conference (aka G4G14), and I’m going to use my conference presentation slot to play the Chopin Nocturne that I’ve been working on for, like, nearly two years.

The work, if I may say so myself, has been worth it.

Next week, I’ll have a Personal Finance for Writers installment that is focused entirely on inflation. Also, the book draft currently includes 21,479 words. ❤️

Here’s where I got published this week!

Can you pay taxes with a credit card? Bankrate

“As a small business owner I typically have a pretty large tax bill,” says Matthew Robbs of SmartSavingAdvice, a website designed to help people make smart financial decisions. “I have looked into paying taxes on my credit card, but many people don’t realize that there is a 2 percent fee to do so. If you only get 1 percent in cash back or miles on your tax payment, you are actually losing money by paying your taxes via a credit card.”

The 800 credit score: What it means, why it helps and how to get one, Bankrate

When you have an 800 credit score, you’ve done everything you need to do to prove that you are a creditworthy consumer. Banks and credit card issuers will be eager to loan you money, often at very favorable terms. People with 800+ credit rarely hear the word “no,” whether they’re asking for a mortgage preapproval letter or turning in a rental application.

Save on your phone plan as inflation skyrockets, Bankrate

If you’re looking to combat inflation by cutting costs, it’s smart to start with monthly bills, which could mean adjusting your thermostat or canceling subscription services. But what about your monthly phone bill? It might be time to consider switching to Visible, an all-digital wireless carrier that offers a single plan with multiple ways to save.

Best credit cards for families, CreditCards.com

If you’ve got kids, you’ve probably spent a lot of time researching everything from the best brand of diapers to the best after-school activities – but you might not have asked yourself what the best credit card for families is and whether you should be carrying it now. There are numerous rewards credit cards that offer family-friendly benefits, from cash back on groceries and gas to rewards from your Amazon.com purchases.