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Georgia Drivers Could Save $323 A Year As Travelers Cuts Car Insurance Rates
Georgia drivers insured by Travelers could save an average of $323 a year after a 10.1% car insurance rate cut.
May 9, 2026
EveryDollar App Review 2026: Is this Budgeting App a Good Fit For You?
We reviewed the EveryDollar budgeting app, including free and premium features, pricing, pros and cons and who it’s best for compared with other budget tools.
May 2, 2026
Divorced? Here’s How to Claim Your Ex’s Social Security
Love and marriage don’t always last forever. But if your matrimony lasted 10 years or more, the financial benefits can last a lifetime. That’s because you may be able to take Social Security based on your ex-spouse’s benefits instead of your own, even if you divorced decades ago. The philosophy is that both spouses often...
Apr 18, 2026
Here’s How to Become a Transcriptionist and Work Your Way Up the Pay Scale
Looking for a flexible job that lets you work from home and flex your typing skills? Here’s how to become a transcriptionist — plus six places that hire beginners.
Apr 18, 2026
11 Things You Should Buy Now That Might Be in Short Supply Later
The days of stocking up on masks and disinfecting wipes may have waned, but pandemic-era supply chain issues still linger. Those issues might have eventually resolved, but 2025 has ushered in a new round of challenges. From unpredictable weather to geopolitical issues, speed bumps in the supply chain stand to affect your access to the...
Apr 4, 2026
50/20/30 Budget Is Perfect if You Want to Save but Still Want a Life
We break down the 50/20/30 rule into a blueprint that shows you exactly how to budget your money each month into three simple categories.
Apr 18, 2026
Dear Penny: Can I Pretend to Get Fired So People Will Stop Asking for Money?
Dear No Longer, Pretending that your job imploded and you’re once again broke would be wrong, of course. It would also probably be effective in the short term for keeping the mooches away. But this seems like a difficult ruse to keep up. The problem with lying about being dead broke is that you have...
Apr 18, 2026
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Apr 4, 2026
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Apr 18, 2026
Low-Stress Side Hustles Soon-to-Be Retirees Can Start Now
Retirement is meant to be an exciting chapter in life full of rest, relaxation and enjoyment — not a time to worry about your finances. However, not all retirees can afford to stop working when they’d like if they don't have a sufficient nest egg. Whether it’s about staying busy, making ends meet or easing...
Apr 4, 2026
This Nifty Rhyme Will Help Keep Your Christmas Spending for Kids in Check
Let’s be real: Christmas is expensive. But saving money on gifts is possible. Here’s how one mom of four used the four-gift rule to stay within her budget.
Apr 18, 2026
Car Insurance Is Highway Robbery — Here’s How to Pay Less This Year
Our guide takes you through every step of how to shop for car insurance, including using comparison tools to get the best coverage at the best price.
Apr 18, 2026