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A 401(k) Can Help You Live Well in Retirement: Here Are the Details
What is a 401(k), and why is it a good idea to open one to save for retirement?
Apr 18, 2026
The Best Free Online Coding Bootcamps
Learn to code, they said. You’ll make six figures, they said. Then you looked into coding bootcamps and found out they cost thousands of dollars — yikes! Don’t give up. Not all coding programs cost money. If you want to learn how to develop apps, build websites, or manage databases, there are resources available for...
Apr 4, 2026
Want an Even Bigger Refund? Go for Tax Credits over Deductions
While using tax preparation software or even better, a professional tax preparer can ease the burden of preparing your annual taxes, there’s still some work you’ll have to do on your end. The silver lining of filing a tax return is the potential promise of a refund. And one of the best ways to land...
Apr 18, 2026
How to Travel in Retirement When You’re on a Budget
Retirement is an exciting phase of life. But because of inflation — including rising medical expenses and skyrocketing housing costs — it can be difficult to make ends meet. And if you have a desire for adventure, you may be looking at retirement travel on a budget. Whether you’re drawing from a retirement account like...
Apr 18, 2026
19 Money-Saving Home Maintenance Tasks When Your Budget Is Tight
Owning a home is much more than just making a mortgage payment. Just like you do for your car, you must maintain a home to keep things running smoothly. Some home maintenance tasks are easy to do on your own, but a few things require the expertise of a professional. That means you will need...
Apr 18, 2026
How to Sell Online With These 12 Websites and Apps
Extra coffee pot? Sell it online. Unused clothes? Sell them online. With these 15 apps and websites, you can sell stuff online and declutter your life.
Apr 4, 2026
Boost Your Career With Credentials — Here’s How to Pick the Right Ones
Looking for alternatives to college that could help you get a job? Here’s how to choose the right credential.
Apr 4, 2026
14 Hacks to Combat Inflation as Prices Keep Rising
It’s not easy being a millennial these days. For one thing, millennials seem to be feeling the pinch of inflation harder than other generations, such as baby boomers and Gen X. Though overall inflation has slowed, inflation on some things like rent and certain foods is making it tougher to afford everyday costs. That’s also...
Apr 18, 2026
There's a 55% Chance You're Making This Money Mistake (but It's Easy to Fix)
Never jumped on the budgeting bandwagon? You’re not alone. A little over 55% of Americans do not use a budget to manage their hard-earned income, according to a new survey by The Penny Hoarder. A similar 56% of survey respondents said they didn’t know how much money they spent last month. But there’s a good...
Apr 18, 2026
7 Ways to Squeeze More Money Out of Social Security for Life
The average monthly Social Security retirement benefit is $1,907 as of January 2024, and that’s not going to buy you a luxurious retirement. But those monthly checks can certainly make your golden years more comfortable. Deciding when to take Social Security is a complicated piece of retirement planning. Some people opt to start benefits sooner and...
Apr 18, 2026
7 Commonly Asked Medicare Questions (You're Not the Only One Who's Confused)
For most workers, retirement means an end to employer-sponsored health coverage. But your 65th birthday usually comes with a new type of health insurance: Medicare. But how does Medicare work, anyway? Whether you’re about to turn 65 or you’ve been enrolled in Medicare for years, now is a great time to brush up on the...
Apr 18, 2026
56 Creative Ways to Make Money You May Not Have Thought of
Whether you’re looking for a remote job or just want to bring in some extra cash from a side hustle, check out these 53 creative ways to make money.
Apr 4, 2026