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Top 10 Places For Young Professionals To Live
Forbes Advisor ranked the top 10 places in the U.S. where young professionals can afford to live, buy a home and build a career.
May 2, 2026
Reverse Mortgage Reviews: Is It A Rip Off Or A Good Idea?
If you are retired and on a fixed income, a reverse mortgage might help you pay for living expenses. However, there are major risks you should be aware of first.
Apr 25, 2026
26 Totally Flexible Ways to Make Money in College Without Dropping Classes
Trying to figure out how to make money in college? Being a college student is time-consuming and stressful. But we just found tons of super flexible ways to make money.
Apr 18, 2026
The 8 Best High-Yield Savings Accounts of April 2026
As you’re probably aware, interest rates are pretty high. While high rates might not sound like a good thing — and, to be fair, it’s probably not the best news if you have a variable rate on a student loan, for example — it can be a positive sign for your savings account. Higher rates mean you...
Apr 18, 2026
How Often Do You Think About (Money Lessons From) The Roman Empire?
A recent trend on TikTok and other social media outlets had women asking the men in their life how often they think about the Roman Empire. The most common answer? All the time. And why not? Rome helped form the cornerstone of Western civilization as we know it and influences our culture on a grand...
Apr 18, 2026
The State of Savings in America
Everyone wants to save more money. But right now, it can feel like a real uphill battle. So we dug into American's savings habits, struggles, and stress points in our State of Savings survey. You might be surprised at what we found.Only 37% of working Americans say they keep a dedicated emergency fund at all,...
Apr 18, 2026
Dear Penny: Do I Have to Send a Gift if I Was Uninvited From a Wedding?
Dear R., Wedding etiquette is among the most divisive topics that exist in the world of advice columns. And as someone who’s never been married and who hasn’t attended a wedding in a while, I’m a bit rusty on the topic. Fortunately, though, all corners of the internet — from etiquette experts to wedding forums...
Apr 18, 2026
What Credit Score Is Needed to Buy a Car?
What credit score is needed to buy a car? A score of 661 or above should get you a car loan at a good interest rate, but borrowers with lower scores have options too.
Jun 6, 2026
How Is Trump Handling the Economy?
The Trump economy’s defining feature has been his tariff policies.
Jun 6, 2026
Value of the U.S. Dollar, Explained
President Donald Trump’s trade war is prompting investors to sell off U.S. assets, which is eroding the value of the U.S. dollar.
Jun 6, 2026
Learn the Ways of the Financial World through Video Games
Video games offer a way to escape and have a little fun. But did you know they can also act as tools for financial education? This could be as simple as teaching kids about budgeting, but could also influence a career in the finance world. We’ll look at how some existing games simulate real-world economic...
Apr 18, 2026
Lifelock Review
LifeLock offers identity theft protection that can come complete with antivirus software if you prefer. You can also choose among several different plans, including one that comes with up to $1 million in insurance for stolen funds reimbursement if you're the victim of identity theft. If you’re i
Apr 25, 2026