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Kiss the Commute Goodbye With These 49 Home Business Ideas
Bitten by the entrepreneurial bug? Here are the 26 best home-based business ideas for 2019.
Apr 4, 2026
Dear Penny: Should I Take Social Security Early to Pay for Medicare Part B?
Dear Insecurity, The payment for Medicare Part B will be automatically deducted from your Social Security payment once you begin receiving Social Security benefits. If you’re having trouble paying for that health insurance coverage, Social Security could be the solution. Just understand the impact of filing before full retirement age (FRA, 66 and seven months...
Apr 18, 2026
5 Times You Should Always Choose a Traditional IRA Vs. a Roth
We could practically write a sonnet about all the reasons we love Roth IRAs, but traditional IRAs tend to get a lot less attention. The traditional IRA is the original individual retirement account. It’s been around since 1975, long before its more glamorous cousin, the Roth IRA, showed up on the retirement scene in 1997....
Apr 18, 2026
5 No-Brainer Moves to Make if You’re Worried About a Stock Market Crash
In early 2025, the stock market feels more unpredictable than ever. Some days it takes a nosedive, while on others it makes miraculous recoveries no one was predicting. With tariffs, discord with historical allies and governmental funding cuts, you’re not alone if you feel confused about how your investments will perform day-to-day. You may even...
Apr 18, 2026
50 Easy Ways You Could Make Extra Money This Month
Ready to pad your bank account? We found 50 ways to make money you might not know about…
Apr 4, 2026
Is a Costco Membership Worth It? Here’s the Honest Math
Costco is one of the best places to save money on groceries, gas, prescriptions and more. But it's also easy to overestimate how much you'll actually save — especially if you live alone, live far from a location, or tend to overbuy when you're surrounded by bulk items at low prices. You also have to...
Apr 18, 2026
How to Plan for Retirement From Your 20s to Your 60s
Deciding how to save for retirement is confusing, but here’s a guide to help you determine whether you should prioritize your 401(k) or your IRA.
Apr 18, 2026
Hire a Mover or DIY? The Cheapest Way to Move Across Country
Moving across the country can be ridiculously expensive — not to mention confusing — so we looked at three ways to do it and tried to figure out which option was the cheapest.
Apr 18, 2026
401(k) Rules for 2025: Here’s What You Need to Know
If you have a 401(k), or plan to have one soon, you might want to know about the SECURE 2.0 Act. This piece of legislation passed in December 2022 but set the stage for 401(k) changes in 2025. These adjustments aim to make retirement savings more accessible, efficient and robust. Let’s talk about what you...
Apr 18, 2026
These Are the Best States to Retire In to Make Your Savings Last
There are a lot of factors to consider when deciding where to settle down in retirement. Maybe you want to be close to family, find a beachside paradise or be within walking distance of a scenic golf course. No matter your retirement dreams, we think you should also consider the financial ramifications of your move....
Apr 18, 2026
Kiss the Commute Goodbye With These 49 Home Business Ideas
Bitten by the entrepreneurial bug? Here are the 26 best home-based business ideas for 2019.
Apr 4, 2026
10 Roth IRA Rules You Can’t Afford to Ignore in 2023
You’ve probably heard by now that Roth IRAs have magical money-growing powers. OK, maybe they’re not quite magic. But there’s a lot to love about Roth IRAs: The tax-free growth. The flexibility to access your contributions in an emergency. The fact that once you reach age 59 ½, you get to withdraw your money on...
Apr 18, 2026