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Stockpile Review 2024: Pros and Cons

Stockpile Review 2024: Pros and Cons

Stockpile is an online brokerage account designed for parents who want to give their children a leg up in personal finance. By opening a custodial account for a child or teen, parents can help kids learn the ropes and also invite friends and family to purchase gift cards for stocks as presents at birthdays, holidays,...

Apr 18, 2026

JoEllen Schilke's profile page

JoEllen Schilke's profile page

The Penny Hoarder contributor JoEllen Schilke writes on lifestyle and culture topics. She is the former owner of a coffee shop in St.Petersburg, Florida, and has hosted an arts show on WMNF community radio for nearly 30 years.

Apr 18, 2026

Webull Review 2022: Pros and Cons

Webull Review 2022: Pros and Cons

Webull is a mobile-first trading platform known for free stock trading, free options trading and advanced tools for active investors. The company’s well-designed mobile app makes it easy to buy and sell stocks, ETFs and cryptocurrency. Webull doesn’t require an account minimum to get started, and its simple interface makes day trading accessible to both...

Apr 18, 2026

Our 11 Top Picks for Best Savings Accounts for April 2026

Our 11 Top Picks for Best Savings Accounts for April 2026

We compared interest rates and ease of access to funds to help you pick the best savings account for your needs.

Apr 18, 2026

Dear Penny: Did My Wife Make a Huge Mistake by Investing Her Inheritance?

Dear Penny: Did My Wife Make a Huge Mistake by Investing Her Inheritance?

Dear S., Is this really about what Grandpa would have wanted? Or are you saying that you’re disappointed that your wife isn’t spending her inheritance on fun stuff? Regardless, it sounds like your wife followed your advice. She didn’t let the money go to waste. Investing money when you don’t have a pressing need for...

Apr 18, 2026

Buying a House? Here’s our 9-Step Guide to Making Your Biggest Purchase Ever

Buying a House? Here’s our 9-Step Guide to Making Your Biggest Purchase Ever

We answer all your questions about how to buy a house, including how long it takes and how much money you’ll need.

Apr 18, 2026

Get Paid Two Days Early While Fighting Climate Change With This Banking Account 

Get Paid Two Days Early While Fighting Climate Change With This Banking Account 

So many banks invest their customers’ deposits in fossil fuels. This online account only invests in companies and projects that are actively fighting climate change — and you can get paid two days early.

Apr 3, 2026

You’ll Soon Be Able to Sock Away a Lot More Tax-Free Savings for Retirement

You’ll Soon Be Able to Sock Away a Lot More Tax-Free Savings for Retirement

Soon you’ll be able to save a lot more for retirement. The IRS is raising 401(k) contribution limits by a record amount for 2023.

Apr 4, 2026

4 Quick Steps That Can Help Turn Around a Poor Credit Score

4 Quick Steps That Can Help Turn Around a Poor Credit Score

Wondering how to fix credit fast? It’s going to take a little patience, but it’s not impossible. These strategies can help.

Apr 4, 2026

With This Life Insurance Company, You Can Completely Customize Your Legacy — From Just $9/Month

With This Life Insurance Company, You Can Completely Customize Your Legacy — From Just $9/Month

What do you want to happen after you die? Here’s how to craft a personalized life insurance plan that fits your family’s specific needs.

Apr 4, 2026

Are Medical Credit Cards a Rip-Off? Let’s Just Say the Feds Aren’t Fans

Are Medical Credit Cards a Rip-Off? Let’s Just Say the Feds Aren’t Fans

Let’s say you’re at a doctor’s office or a dentist’s office or a hospital, and you’re agreeing to some kind of expensive treatment or surgery or procedure. This is going to cost you some serious cash. Who can afford that? But wait, they say. If you sign up for this medical credit card or installment...

Apr 4, 2026

Money Moves for Households with Stay-at-Home Parents

Money Moves for Households with Stay-at-Home Parents

Are you living in a one-income household? Millions more of us are now. If you’re in a single-income home, here are seven money moves to make today.

Apr 4, 2026