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4 Can’t-Miss Tax Deductions for Gig Workers in 2024
The face of work has changed. It’s no longer a given that someone will choose to work for an employer. In fact, recent counts have more than 10% of the U.S. population identifying as self-employed, and that number seems to increase with each passing tax year. That growth is powered, in part, by those who...
Apr 4, 2026
Here’s How This 5-Minute Move Could Leave Your Family Up to $3M
How would your loved ones manage if you weren’t around anymore? Here’s how this five-minute move with Haven Life could leave your family up to $3M.
Apr 4, 2026
5 Reasons You’re Stuck in the Middle Class — And How to Do Better
The middle class often serves as the backbone of economies worldwide, representing stability and a decent standard of living. However, many individuals feel trapped in this bracket, like they’re just getting by. If you're feeling stuck in the middle class, here are five potential reasons – and actionable strategies to climb the economic ladder. 1....
Apr 18, 2026
Blender Battle of the Century: Magic Bullet Vs. Ninja Vs. Nutribullet?
If you’re in the market for a new blender, you’ve probably taken a look at different “bullet” models. Here we compare three: Magic Bullet vs Nutribullet vs Ninja.
Apr 18, 2026
Grow Your Money 125x Faster — Without Playing the Stock Market
A company called Compound Banc gives everyone access to quality real estate bonds with a fixed 7% APY compound return. And it only costs $10 to start investing.
Apr 18, 2026
3 Steps to Take If You Want to Buy a House in the Next 3 Years
Here are three steps to take if you want to buy a house in the next three years. They’ll help you save enough money for a down payment and qualify for a good mortgage.
Apr 4, 2026
Financial Responsibility Is Self-Care. 5 Ways to Treat Yourself (and Your Wallet) This Week
Financial responsibility is self-care, too. Here’s the best way to practice it this week.
Apr 3, 2026
3 Best Real Estate Crowdfunding Investment Platforms
See NerdWallet's picks for the best online real estate investing platforms and learn more about this relatively new investment vehicle.
Apr 4, 2026
Index Funds Can Help You Get Rich (but It’s Not Going to Happen Overnight)
Here’s why including low-cost index funds in your 401(k) and IRA can save you tons of money in the long run.
Apr 18, 2026
Schwab Intelligent Portfolios Review 2024
Charles Schwab’s robo advisor offering Schwab Intelligent Portfolios combines the brokerage's expertise alongside technology to build portfolios for their investors. You can put your investment dollars to work by allowing the brokerage to build a portfolio based on a combination of their 51 low-cost exchange-traded funds (ETFs). What Is Schwab Intelligent Portfolios and How Does...
Apr 18, 2026
2 Programs for Homebuyers With Good Credit (but Not Much Cash)
Dreaming of becoming a homeowner? While it may be fun to fantasize about what color you’ll paint the living room and which shower curtain will adorn the guest bath, there’s one important consideration to take care of first. How are you going to finance it? Many mortgages require a sizable down payment — historically up...
Apr 4, 2026
Dear Penny: How Can We Recover the $300K My Husband Lost on Penny Stocks?
Dear Sad, Your husband has lost big on penny stocks three times over, to the tune of nearly $400,000. Of course, that’s only the money you know about. I’m not sure how you “just found out” about your husband’s enormous losses, but it doesn’t exactly sound like he’s been forthcoming. I wouldn’t be surprised if...
Apr 18, 2026