Trust is the core asset of any publication that writes about money. This page outlines the principles that govern how Hand at the Money operates, and what we will and will not do to earn a reader’s attention.
Editorial Independence
No individual, company, advertiser, or affiliate partner can pay for coverage, influence an article’s conclusions, or review content before publication in exchange for favorable treatment. Editorial decisions are made independently of any commercial relationship.
Affiliate Relationships and Disclosure
Hand at the Money participates in affiliate programs and may earn a commission when readers click certain links or sign up for products we mention, at no additional cost to the reader. Where this applies, it is disclosed clearly on the page. Affiliate income does not determine which products are covered or how they are evaluated — a product’s inclusion reflects our assessment of its usefulness, not the commission it pays.
Conflicts of Interest
We disclose any material connection between the site, its authors, and the subjects covered. If a conflict of interest exists that could reasonably affect a reader’s trust in an article, it will be stated plainly rather than omitted.
Accuracy Over Speed
We would rather publish an article a day later than publish one that is wrong. This is especially true for content tied to breaking financial news, where the pressure to publish quickly is highest.
Respect for Readers
We do not use manipulative headlines, artificial scarcity, or fear-based framing to drive clicks. Personal finance content that induces panic or shame tends to produce worse financial decisions, not better ones — and that runs directly against why this site exists.
Use of AI in Our Process
As disclosed in our Editorial Standards, we use AI tools as part of content production. We consider transparency about this a matter of basic honesty with our readers, not an optional disclosure.
Corrections and Accountability
When we get something wrong, we say so. Our Corrections Policy describes exactly how errors are identified, fixed, and disclosed.
Contact
Questions or concerns about our editorial ethics can be sent to ethics@handatthemoney.com.