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The Ultimate Guide to 13 of the Best TV Streaming Services

The Ultimate Guide to 13 of the Best TV Streaming Services

Hulu vs. Netflix vs. Amazon – it’s so hard to decide which one you should subscribe to! This guide will help you make that decision once and for all.

Apr 4, 2026

17 Payday Loan Alternatives for 2024

17 Payday Loan Alternatives for 2024

Payday loans are part of a predatory industry that takes advantage of its position as a last resort for millions of Americans in dire financial straits. If you find yourself in that position, you have more options than you think. Tons of payday loan alternatives can help you get the money, resources or help you...

Apr 18, 2026

Dear Penny: Can I Withdraw a Lump Sum From My Late Wife’s IRA and Avoid Taxes?

Dear Penny: Can I Withdraw a Lump Sum From My Late Wife’s IRA and Avoid Taxes?

Dear Living, A beneficiary of a retirement account has to report distributions from the account as part of their gross income in the same way the original account owner would have done. Assuming your wife had reached the age where she had to take a required minimum distribution (RMD) from the account, your distribution amounts are...

Apr 18, 2026

Work in Your PJs with These 15 Good-Paying Data Entry Jobs

Work in Your PJs with These 15 Good-Paying Data Entry Jobs

Demand for data entry jobs from home has seen an enormous increase since the start of the pandemic, and the trend has yet to reverse. If you are looking to pick up extra cash as a side gig or focus on data entry as a main source of income, you’ll want our tips for finding...

Apr 18, 2026

Have Credit Card Debt? Here’s One Repayment Method That Actually Works

Have Credit Card Debt? Here’s One Repayment Method That Actually Works

The debt snowball method can help you pay down credit card debt, one low-balance account at a time. Follow these simple steps.

Apr 3, 2026

How to Plan for Retirement From Your 20s to Your 60s

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

16 Make-Your-Own-Schedule Jobs You Can Do From Home

16 Make-Your-Own-Schedule Jobs You Can Do From Home

Want to work from home? These solid companies have awesome BBB grades and let you set your own schedule…

Apr 18, 2026

You Could Save $800 on a New Stove With This Government Rebate

You Could Save $800 on a New Stove With This Government Rebate

Are you in the market for an energy-efficient appliance? Rebates funded by a new federal law could help save you money. New energy-efficient rebate programs are aimed at helping low- and middle-income Americans go green by giving discounts on things like electric stoves, heat pumps and ventilation upgrades. These rebates are funded through the Inflation...

Apr 4, 2026

The Best ETFs for 2026

The Best ETFs for 2026

For our selection of the best ETFs for 2026, we screened for top-performing ETFs by passive management and top Morningstar rating.

Apr 25, 2026

Bank of America Faces $250 Million Punishment for Fake Accounts and Junk Fees

Bank of America Faces $250 Million Punishment for Fake Accounts and Junk Fees

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau ordered Bank of America this week to pay over $250 million in fines and restitution for allegedly opening fake accounts, withholding credit card rewards from thousands of customers and charging illegal junk fees. The bank will pay more than $100 million to consumers — details haven’t been announced — and...

Apr 18, 2026

5 Ways to Save Money on Prescriptions in Retirement

5 Ways to Save Money on Prescriptions in Retirement

Health care costs are a big expense in retirement — and prescription drugs often top the list. About 5.8 million Medicare beneficiaries struggled to afford essential prescription drugs in 2019, according to a 2022 report from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Early retirees can utilize prescription discount cards and apps like GoodRx...

Apr 18, 2026

These 6 Gas Rewards Programs Take the Sting Out of Gas Prices

These 6 Gas Rewards Programs Take the Sting Out of Gas Prices

Your weekly trip to the station never really ends at the pump, does it? Check out these fuel rewards programs, which can save you money on more than just gas.

Apr 18, 2026