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How to Use an HSA to Pay Medical Bills, Even the Old Ones
If you have a health savings account but not enough money to cover your medical expenses, you are not necessarily doomed to insurmountable debt even if you owe on old medical bills. Alexandra Wilson, a Certified Financial Planner in Atlanta, used her HSA contributions one year to cover medical bills she incurred the previous year...
Apr 3, 2026
Nvidia Competitors: Who Are the AI Chip Alternatives?
Nvidia dominates the market for the computer chips that power AI, but it isn’t a monopoly. Here’s a look at publicly-traded Nvidia competitors.
May 2, 2026
TD Ameritrade Review 2023: Pros and Cons
TD Ameritrade is a full service brokerage, offering online services for most types of investors. There are no minimum requirements to open an account, and there are plenty of research and educational tools to choose from. It's a smart pick if you're looking for a wide variety of securities and account types. What Is TD...
Apr 18, 2026
How to Invest $500
You can start investing $500 by selecting an investment account, deciding whether you want help and diversifying with ETFs.
May 2, 2026
Robinhood vs. 4 Alternatives
Robinhood may have first-mover advantage in the world of free trades, but there are many alternatives to consider, depending on the type of investor you are.
May 2, 2026
This Free App Gives You Exclusive Perks for the Stocks You Already Own
Do you own any shares of stock? If you do, an app called Stockperks can get you perks like discounts and gifts from the company you own stock in.
Apr 4, 2026
How to Buy Nike Stock (NKE)
You don’t have to be an athlete to wear Nike products — the company is solidly a household name. That, combined with a history of strong performance, is enough to have…
May 2, 2026
Market Order vs. Limit Order: When to Use Which
Market orders allow you to trade the stock for the going price, while limit orders allow you to specify the price you want, though the order may not fill.
May 2, 2026
Index Fund vs. ETF: Differences and Similarities
The biggest difference between index funds and ETFs is that ETFs can be traded throughout the day while index funds can only be traded at the end of the trading day.
May 2, 2026
T-bills vs. CDs: Which One Should You Choose Right Now?
The best fixed-income investment for you depends on yield, tax situation and ease-of-use. Here’s what to know about T-bills vs. CDs.
May 2, 2026
APR vs. APY: Do You Know the Difference?
APY — which stands for annual percentage yield — is the percentage of your money that you can earn back in interest when you deposit it at a financial institution. Unlike APR, which shows how much interest you’ll pay annually for a credit card or loan, APY factors in compounding interest. If you’re comparing savings...
Apr 18, 2026
The Best Mutual Funds and How to Start Investing
To find the best mutual funds for your portfolio, you'll want to decide what type of funds match your goals, choose a brokerage account and research your options, being careful to consider fees.
May 9, 2026