Hello,

I’m Stella

Welcome to the Finance Lab—a guide by a teen, for teens! This is your go-to resource for personal finance tips, budgeting hacks, and smart strategies for planning your future-plus the psychology behind it all.

I created the Finance Lab as a resource that’s beginner-friendly and has the answers students are looking for. As a teen member of the Board of Directors and Finance Committee for Ceres Community Project—a nonprofit that delivers healthy meals to families in need—I’ve seen firsthand how financial decisions shape real lives. Here, I’ll break down those boardroom lessons and show how they apply to everyday student choices, from saving for college to spending smarter.

So, here’s to learning, growing, and figuring it out together, one step at a time!🎓