Alex Moreno

Personal Finance & Career

Seattle, WA

8 years writing

About Alex

Alex Moreno is a personal finance writer who gets a weird amount of joy from spreadsheets, budget tweaks, and watching numbers line up just right. He's all about making money advice actually make sense. When he's not writing, you can find him building LEGO sets or chasing the perfect ice cream cone.

Areas of Expertise

Budgeting

Student Loans

Career Development

First-Time Homebuying

Favorite Money Tip

"Pay yourself first, even if it's just $25. Automate it so you don't have to think about it."

Latest from Alex Moreno

The TV That Got Cracked: What Simone Learned Before Filing a Damage Claim

What to know before filing a damage claim against a moving company, including how liability works, what the $0.60 per pound rule means, and when to go direct instead.

Moving 11 March 2026

What Actually Saves Time When You Move (And What Just Feels Like It Does)

A practical breakdown of which moving efficiency tips actually save time and which waste it, based on a real long-distance move with notes taken along the way.

Moving 04 February 2026

The Moving Company Damaged Everything: What Kira Learned Navigating a $10,000 Claim

What to do when movers damage your belongings, how the claims process actually works, what valuation coverage means, and how to protect yourself before the move happens.

Moving 31 January 2026

The $30,000 Quote: How Marcus Moved a 3-Bedroom House for Under $4,000 in Two Weeks

A practical guide to pulling off a last-minute long-distance move when professional movers fall through, including the container and hybrid options that actually work.

Moving 29 January 2026

The Inventory Trap: What Priya Learned After Her Movers 'Lost' Half Her Boxes

A practical guide to protecting yourself when a moving broker or company mishandles inventory, pressures you to sign early, or loses items during an interstate move.

Moving 27 January 2026

Nervous About Driving a Moving Truck? Nadia Was Too. Here's What Happened.

A first-timer's honest guide to driving a rental moving truck, including what to practice, what to watch for, and why it's less scary than it looks.

Moving 13 January 2026

5 Common Expenses to Avoid Right After Moving to Your New Place

Learn the 5 expenses to skip after moving to protect your budget, avoid stress, and settle into your new home without overspending.

Money 19 August 2025