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Dear Penny: Was I Wrong to Give My Daughter’s College Fund to a Relative?
Dear L., You could write a social media post about people who need to grow up and pay rent. I’m kidding, of course. Here’s what I’ll say to your daughter if she is, in fact, a reader of this column: Your parent cared for you enough to invest for your education. That money was intended...
Apr 18, 2026
Amazon’s New Credit Card Offers Huge Perks — If You Can Use It Wisely
Amazon’s new credit card offers some seriously tempting rewards — and also a potentially serious downside. Should you sign up?
Apr 3, 2026
35 Ways to Earn Extra Cash and Juice Your Bank Account ASAP
We handpicked 16 ways you can make money quickly. These include ways to pocket cash by the end of the day — plus simple ways to bank $183 online.
Apr 18, 2026
7 Tips to Buy a Used Car and Avoid Getting Ripped Off
Looking for a new ride? Here’s how to buy a used car, what to look out for and why it can be a smart money move.
Apr 3, 2026
To Save Our 20-Year Marriage, We Separated Finances. Here’s Why It Worked.
Like exchanging house keys or meeting the parents, mingling finances is something of a relationship ritual. That moment when “yours” and “mine” becomes “ours” is a traditional milestone many married couples share. But what happens after the bloom is off the rose of a relationship? When my husband and I first started living together, having...
Apr 18, 2026
As Student Loan Servicers Exit, Here’s What Borrowers Need to Know
The student loan servicing industry has had better days. Over the last several months, many servicers – companies that contract with the federal government to manage billing, customer service, etc – are stepping out of the loan servicing business. Here’s a quick breakdown: In July, FedLoan said it didn’t plan to renew its contract with...
Apr 4, 2026
Social Security Benefits Will Increase by Only 3.2% in 2024
If you’re on Social Security, you can expect your check to increase by 3.2% in January. That’s a much smaller cost-of-living adjustment than recipients got in 2023 (8.7%). The Social Security Administration made the announcement Oct. 12, the same day new inflation numbers were released. Here’s what that will look like for the average Social...
Apr 4, 2026
April 2026 Class Action Settlements Involve Dollar General, Panda Express and GameSpot
These class-action lawsuits have ended in big settlements. You have to file soon, though, as the deadlines are fast approaching.
Apr 4, 2026
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy: What to Expect With Your Finances, Debt & Assets
Bankruptcy can provide much-needed debt relief, but it’s not an easy way out. Here’s everything you need to know if you’re overwhelmed but not sure what Chapter 7 bankruptcy is.
Apr 18, 2026
The Wealth Rules Grant Cardone Actually Lives By
Grant Cardone didn’t inherit success—he engineered it. Fueled by relentless hustle and a deep command of sales psychology, he turned a modest beginning into a multimillion-dollar empire. Today, as the founder of Cardone Capital, he oversees billions in assets and helps others break free from financial mediocrity. Here’s how he built it and how he...
Apr 4, 2026
How to Make a Living Will for Free in 4 Easy Steps
Drafting a living will might not be high on your to-do list — but maybe it should be. A living will is a legal document that details which medical treatments you want — or don’t want — if you’re ever incapacitated or unable to make decisions for yourself. Don’t get it confused with a last...
Apr 4, 2026
Everything You Need to Know About Auto Loans
For most Americans, having a car is not optional. But rising prices mean most of us can't buy a car outright and have to finance our purchase. And while getting an auto loan may be unavoidable, many of us are now paying a lot more for those loans, which can stretch already tight budgets. More...
Apr 18, 2026