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The Boring Newsletter

Stephanie Lee

Each week, the Boring Newsletter discusses a personal finance topic with an emphasis on the boring stuff that really matters. Like, spending less than you make and having insurance. Boring! which is usually good when it comes to money.

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Latest Issues

The Boring Newsletter, 7/26/2026

Hi Friendos,

It’s still summer and 401k summer school is still in session. Retirement saving...so boring, so important. Like so many parts of adult life!

This week’s lesson is about getting your full 401k employer match if one is on offer...

17 days ago
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The Boring Newsletter, 7/18/2026

Hi Friendos,

Deadly heat, poisoned air, flash floods...but here I am, with another installment of 401k summer school. I know it probably wasn’t top of mind. But...if you are not yet of retirement age, wait. Odds are you’ll get there and yo...

24 days ago

The Boring Newsletter, 7/12/2026

Hi Friendos,

You’ve heard it before: diversify your investments, don’t put all your eggs in one basket. But how exactly do you accomplish that in your 401k? I think the best thing for most people is to put all your money in a target date f...

a month ago

The Boring Newsletter, 7/5/2026

Dear Friends,

401k summer school is on break this weekend.

Ollie the poodle was born in June 2017 and died in June 2026.

When he was a puppy, one thing he learned was how to go up and down stairs.

His puppy hair led to many invitations...

a month ago
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The Boring Newsletter, 6/27/2026

Hi Friendos,

If you’re reading this, you’ve probably heard that you should really, really make sure to contribute enough to your 401k (or 403b) to get the full amount of any employer match. Let’s say your employer matches your contribution...

2 months ago

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    I am all about a DIY approach to financial empowerment and offer coaching on money topics like budgeting, tax-advantaged investing, and tax prep. No judgment!

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