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20 Realistic Side Hustles for 2026
Pick up freelance work online, Drive for Uber or Lyft, Make deliveries, Sign up for Taskrabbit, Sell gold, plus 15 other realistic ways to make a buck.
Jul 18, 2026
What Is a 529 Plan? 529 Account Rules, Pros and Cons
A 529 plan is a savings account that offers tax-free investment growth and withdrawals for qualified education expenses.
Jul 18, 2026
Are These Surveys for Money Apps Worth it?
Taking online surveys for money may not be worth your time or the data you share.
Jul 18, 2026
What Is the Average Credit Score for My Age?
Here’s a look at the average credit score by age according to FICO and VantageScore. Learn where your score falls and get tips for building credit at any age.
Jul 18, 2026
22 Free (or Cheap) Things to Do
Want to keep your free time free of cost? With a little help, you can find lots of free (or cheap) things to do, like taking a hike nearby or making a craft.
Jul 18, 2026
Today’s Highest Gas Prices By State
Today’s average price of gas in the U.S. is $3.94 per gallon, up $0.05 from yesterday, up $0.10 from last week and down $0.10 from last month.
Jul 18, 2026
11 National Ice Cream Day Deals and Freebies
We rounded up Ice Cream Day deals and freebies. Scoop up these offers before they melt away.
Jul 18, 2026
Current Unemployment Rate and Other Jobs Report Findings
The June unemployment rate went down to 4.2%, compared to May.
Jul 18, 2026
Current U.S. Inflation Rate Is 3.5%: Chart and Why It Matters
The current U.S. inflation rate is 3.5%. The CPI decreased 0.4% from May to June. The energy index rose 2.6%, shelter increased 0.3% and food increased 0.2%.
Jul 18, 2026
How Do I Get a Free Credit Report from All 3 Bureaus?
AnnualCreditReport.com lets you request free weekly credit reports from Equifax, Experian and TransUnion. Read our step-by-step on how to get access.
Jul 18, 2026
Current U.S. Inflation Rate Is 3.5%: Chart and Why It Matters
The current U.S. inflation rate is 3.5%. The CPI decreased 0.4% from May to June. The energy index rose 2.6%, shelter increased 0.3% and food increased 0.2%.
Jul 18, 2026
9 Browser Extensions for Easily Finding Coupons
Browser extensions are plug-ins that you can download on web browsers like Chrome or Safari. And some of these tools make finding coupons super simple.
Jul 18, 2026
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