Lauren Phillips
Real Simple Magazine
New York, NY, United States
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5 Free Navigation Apps for Drivers to Help You Stay on Track
Driving apps aren't just for lengthy road trips. Try one of these top-rated apps for drivers for a less stressful drive and driving directions anywhere. → Read More
HSAs and FSAs Aren't the Same: Here Are the Differences So You Can Finally Stop Mixing Them Up
They sound very similar, but there are very big differences with HSA vs FSA. Learn the difference between a HSA and a FSA, plus which one is right for you. → Read More
You've Heard of White Noise for Sleep—but Are Brown Noise and Pink Noise Even Better? We Asked Experts
Finding the right sleep noise can mean better sleep for years to come. Learn the differences between white noise, pink noise, and Brown noise, plus how to pick a sound machine that will have you sawing logs all night long. → Read More
Did You Work From Home This Year? Here's How Your Taxes Might Be Affected
A breakdown of how remote work affects your taxes, especially if you worked in a state that is different from the one you live in, or moved to a state with income tax. However, there are tax deductions you could qualify for as a remote worker, too. → Read More
Stop Believing These 9 Lawn Care Myths—Try These Tips Instead
Whether you're a new homeowner or have been caring for a lawn for decades, you've probably heard at least one of these lawn care myths-and you might even believe it. These expert lawn care tips will set you straight. → Read More
25 Gifts for Grandma She’ll Absolutely Adore
Our guide to the best gifts for grandmas is sure to help you figure out what to grab before Christmas, Mother’s Day, her birthday, or whatever occasion you’re shopping for—you may even find that just-right gift among our thoughtful ideas. See editor-approved gifts for grandma at every price range and for every type of grandmother. → Read More
The IRS Says You Can Now Wait Until May 17 to File Your Taxes—but Should You?
The IRS tax deadline 2021 has been moved to May 17 from April 15, moving Tax Day one month and giving taxpayers more time to file their federal tax returns. Learn more about the new IRS federal tax deadline. → Read More
More Stimulus Checks Are on the Way, Along With More Aid for Families—Here’s What You Can Expect
The new COVID relief bill includes stimulus checks, expanded child tax credit benefits, and more to help families in the U.S. Learn how much your stimulus check is, what unemployment benefit changes to expect, and more. → Read More
Experts Agree: You Should Probably Retire in Florida
Finding the best place to retire is tricky, but experts seem to agree that Florida is the place to be for retirees. See which rankings have picked Florida as the best place to retire—plus which cities make the best home base for retirees. → Read More
Have the Urge to Splurge Post-Pandemic? It’s Called Revenge Spending—Here’s How to Avoid It
Learn about revenge spending, the urge to splurge that’s coming for us all. See how experts define revenge spending, plus get advice on revenge spending responsibly so you don’t ruin your financial situation. → Read More
Did Your Expenses Plummet During the Pandemic? Here’s How to Prepare Your Bank Account for Normal Life Again
If your expenses have dropped during the pandemic, and you've been able to save money, here's how to prepare for your spending to return to normal. → Read More
Your Total Compensation Is Way More Than Just Salary—Here’s How to Figure Out How Much You’re Really Paid
What is total compensation? Find out with our guide to what total compensation is and how to calculate your total compensation, with expert advice and tips for knowing what you’re worth at work. → Read More
A Better Candle Lighter and 5 More Genius Finds to Upgrade Your Life This Week
From a better candle lighter to a washable makeup case, these genius items will give your life an upgrade. See smart items to simplify your life. → Read More
How to Calculate Your Net Worth—and Why It’s Important
Learn what net worth is and learn how to calculate net worth so you can know what your net worth is. You can use that number to craft your financial plan—but first you have to learn what net worth means. → Read More
A Genius Pizza Board, Plus 5 More Smart Finds to Make Your Life at Home a Little Easier
With tools for everything from paying down debt to encouraging the whole family to pitch in on chores, these items are sure to solve more than a few of your littler life challenges. → Read More
How Much Is Your Paid Time Off Really Worth? Here’s How to Find Out
Vacation days or paid time off (PTO) have value. Learn how to calculate the value of your time off so you can make the most of your benefits and avoid leaving money on the table. → Read More
How to Ask Your Boss for a More Permanent or Flexible Work-From-Home Situation (Even After the Pandemic Ends)
Want to continue working from home, even after the pandemic ends? Set the groundwork early and do your research to convince your boss to let you keep working from home. See a working from home email and proposal you can use to make your argument, plus tips for convincing your boss. → Read More
6 Clever Items to Simplify Your Life
Real Simple’s mission, through its 21 years, has been to simplify your life with smart finds like these. See a smarter on-the-go storage trick, a tabletop bread warmer, and more gear to improve the everyday. → Read More
Congress Just Passed Another Economic Aid Package, and It Includes Stimulus Checks—Here’s What It Means for You
The government just approved new stimulus checks as part of a new economic aid package. Learn more about the new package and what it means for you, plus everything you need to know about the second stimulus checks, including how big they’ll be and when you might receive your second stimulus check. → Read More
This Super-Powered Body Balm Is Saving My Hands This Winter—and It’s Just $6
Read a first-person review of Jergens Ultra Healing Body Balm, a new hand lotion and body balm from Jergens. I think this is the best cream I’ve tried for dry, cracked hands, and I’m using it every day this fall and winter to protect my over-washed hands. → Read More