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Do You Store Money in Your Venmo or PayPal? That’s a Bad Idea, the Feds Say
Mobile payment apps like PayPal, Venmo and Cash App are becoming more and more popular as more people go cashless. At this point, more than three-quarters of adults in the U.S. have used a payment app, according to a survey by the Pew Research Center. These apps are certainly convenient, and lots of people keep...
Apr 18, 2026
What Is a Robo-Advisor: Here’s How They Work
Robo-advisers can be a stress-free, low-fee way to grow your nest egg. Here’s what you need to know about trusting your portfolio to a robot.
Apr 18, 2026
I Survived No Spend November! Here’s What I Learned — and How Much I Saved
Did you take part in No Spend November this year? This Penny Hoarder did. She saved over $600 — and learned some important lessons along the way.
Apr 4, 2026
4 Positive Ways You Can Take Advantage of Rising Interest Rates
It’s all over the news these days — interest rates continue to rise. Student loan borrowers with variable rates and borrowers with credit card debt will certainly feel the pinch. Potential homebuyers who waited through historically low interest rates to save for down payments now face interest rates of 7% on a 30-year fixed rate mortgage,...
Apr 18, 2026
The Cheapest (and Most Expensive) Cars to Maintain, Ranked
The costs of owning a car extend way beyond the original purchase price — especially once you factor in long-term maintenance costs. So what’s the cheapest car, overall?
Apr 18, 2026
Wow Your Guests This Holiday Season With These Inexpensive Cuts of Meat
The holidays bring gift giving and cookie exchanges, hot cocoa and holiday movies, festive feasts and delicious eats — it’s the most wonderful time of the year. But, it’s also the most expensive time of the year. Among buying gifts for loved ones, traveling to see family and attending holiday functions, the last thing we...
Apr 18, 2026
This Program Helps Low-Income Families Buy Homes – No Down Payment Needed
You want to own your own home. It’s part of the American dream, right? But saving up that magical 20% for a down payment seems impossible. Even 10% would take years. All you want is a nice, affordable house in the suburbs, or even out in the country. You might be in luck, thanks to...
Apr 18, 2026
Pi Day Deals You Don’t Have to be a Math Nerd to Enjoy
The number pi is 3.14. Tuesday is 3/14, National Pi Day. Here’s our list of Pi Day deals and discounts on pizza and pies.
Apr 4, 2026
The Financial Advice Your Parents Gave You Is… Outdated. Here’s What to Do Instead
The financial advice your parents gave you is outdated. Here’s what to do instead.
Apr 4, 2026
The 4 Worst Mistakes That Can Bankrupt You
These are the five quickest ways you can go broke — and here’s how you can avoid those things. Because being broke stinks.
Apr 4, 2026
6 Tips that Can Help You Save $5,000
Everyone’s savings accounts look a little different. Some have six months worth of household expenses stashed away, and others are just getting started on their savings journey. If you’re more like the latter and you’re wondering how to save $5,000, it’s definitely doable. We have some tips on how to save $5,000 that don’t involve...
Apr 18, 2026
9 Ways to Invest in Real Estate — Even if You’re No Mogul
Wondering how to invest in real estate? We’ve got some ways you might not know about, like house hacking, crowdfunding, opportunity zones and more.
Apr 18, 2026