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What to Expect From Wells Fargo’s Cell Phone Insurance
There's a $600 limit, a $25 deductible — and a lot of paperwork. Still, the coverage can save you serious cash if your phone is damaged or stolen.
Apr 4, 2026
Budget Planner
Form 1040: What It Is And How To Fill It Out
Form 1040 is the standard document to file a tax return in the U.S. Learn who needs it, how to fill it out and other tax forms you may need this tax season.
Jun 20, 2026
Budget Planner
How to Get Cash For Your Junk Car
Wondering how to get cash for your junk car? Here's how to find the best buyers, increase your payout and avoid common scams.
Jun 20, 2026
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
Budget Planner
Brynne Conroy's profile page
Pittsburgh-based writer Brynne Conroy is the founder of the Femme Frugality blog and the author of "The Feminist Financial Handbook." She is a regular contributor to The Penny Hoarder.
Apr 18, 2026
Banking & Credit
Chase 5% Bonus Categories, Q1 2026: Dining, Norwegian Cruise Line, American Heart Association
In advance of the new year, Chase has announced its bonus categories for the first quarter of 2026.
Apr 4, 2026
Insurance
Kathleen Garvin's profile page
Kathleen Garvin is a personal finance writer and Certified Personal Finance Counselor based in St. Petersburg, Florida. She previously worked as an editor and marketer at The Penny Hoarder and has made multiple TV appearances in Philadelphia as a consumer finance expert. She's also worked for three industry-leading startups and owns a content-writing business. A personal money win: Kathleen aggressively paid off $30K of student loan debt in two and a half years.
Apr 18, 2026
Insurance
If You Went to University of Phoenix, You May Be Eligible for Loan Forgiveness
If you used federal student loans to pay for your education at the University of Phoenix a few years ago, you may be eligible for full loan forgiveness. On Sept. 20, the U.S. Department of Education announced that some federal student loans provided to attendees at the University of Phoenix will be discharged as a...
Apr 18, 2026
Retirement
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
Debt Management
22 Stores With Unbelievably Cheap Furniture and Home Decor
The expense of decorating your place can come as a shock. A couple of throw pillows, an area rug and some curtains could total up to more than a month’s rent. But you shouldn’t have to drain your bank account or go into debt adorning your home. Sure, you’ve probably already thought of big-box retailers...
Apr 18, 2026
Debt Management
15 Factors Driving Gen Z’s Break From Traditional Work Norms
The restart button has been pressed, and Gen Z isn’t looking back. For this generation, careers are about alignment—work must fit their lives, not the reverse. And as their influence spreads across industries, the shift feels like a long-overdue correction. Here are 15 reasons fueling that reboot. Mental Health Comes First Polina Tankilevitch/Pexels Mental wellness...
Apr 18, 2026
Investing
2026 Tax Brackets: Here’s How Much You’ll Owe the IRS Next Year
Each fall, the Internal Revenue Service analyzes how inflation has impacted the cost of living and, in response, makes changes to how we’re taxed and how much we receive in government benefits. The IRS has released the latest inflation-adjusted federal income tax brackets that will go into effect for tax year 2026. This won’t affect...
Apr 4, 2026