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Term vs. Whole Life Insurance: Which Will Better Protect Your Loved Ones?

Insurance

Term vs. Whole Life Insurance: Which Will Better Protect Your Loved Ones?

If you have dependants, you need life insurance, but how do you choose between term and whole life insurance? We weigh the pros and cons.

Apr 18, 2026

8 Ball Strike Review: Is It Legit?

Debt Management

8 Ball Strike Review: Is It Legit?

The "8 Ball Strike" gaming app, available for iOS and Android devices, has received positive feedback from users and critics alike. The Penny Hoarder rates it as one of the 24 Games That Pay Real Money. This pool-inspired game combines the excitement of billiards with the opportunity to win real cash prizes. With its high-quality...

Apr 4, 2026

In Denial About Your Finances? 8 Steps to Face Reality — Painlessly

Banking & Credit

In Denial About Your Finances? 8 Steps to Face Reality — Painlessly

It’s time to take a deep breath and push past your financial denial and make some money moves that will make you proud of how your finances look.

Apr 6, 2026

Amazon Credit Cards: What Are Your Options and Which Is Right for You?

Banking & Credit

Amazon Credit Cards: What Are Your Options and Which Is Right for You?

Just as there are endless selections at the site, Amazon offers many credit cards across several issuers, each with different features. Here's a breakdown.

Apr 4, 2026

Spread Holiday Cheer Without Overspending. Here Are 7 Ways to Do Christmas on a Budget

Budget Planner

Spread Holiday Cheer Without Overspending. Here Are 7 Ways to Do Christmas on a Budget

Buying holiday gifts for all your loved ones can add a bunch of financial stress to what’s supposed to be a joyous time of year. The commercialism of the season encourages you to buy-buy-buy, which means it’s easy to find yourself overspending or even going into debt. Your gifts might put a smile on someone’s...

Apr 18, 2026

Scared to Invest? This App Has Experts Who Manage Your Investments For You

Investing

Scared to Invest? This App Has Experts Who Manage Your Investments For You

Scared to invest? This app has experts who’ll help manage your stocks for you. They’re humans, not just robots sticking your money in index funds.

Apr 4, 2026

20 of the Best Things to Sell on eBay

Retirement

20 of the Best Things to Sell on eBay

Do you have any “useless” stuff kicking around your home? Check out this list of surprising things you can sell on eBay. You could make way more money than you’d make at a garage sale — or get paid for something you were just going to throw out.

Apr 18, 2026

What is Two Factor Authentication (and Why Is It Important)?

Banking & Credit

What is Two Factor Authentication (and Why Is It Important)?

If you’ve taken even just a single moment to consider your online security, you have likely heard of the term Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) or perhaps Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA). While these two ideas may sound complex or even intimidating, we promise you that they aren’t, and we’ll break down exactly what they mean. Going one step...

Apr 18, 2026

Kaitlyn Blount's profile page

Insurance

Kaitlyn Blount's profile page

Kaitlyn Blount is a former staff writer at The Penny Hoarder.

Apr 4, 2026

Citi Flex Plan: What It Is and How It Works

Banking & Credit

Citi Flex Plan: What It Is and How It Works

Citi Flex Plan is an umbrella term for two financial products: Citi Flex Loan and Citi Flex Pay, additional ways of tapping your credit card's line of credit.

Apr 4, 2026

Broke? Busy? Bored? Presenting 31 Side Hustles (With Resources to Help You Get Started)

Insurance

Broke? Busy? Bored? Presenting 31 Side Hustles (With Resources to Help You Get Started)

Side hustles can be a great way to boost your income and pursue your passions. Here are 10 of the best side hustles to consider.

Apr 4, 2026

These Are the 8 Banks That Won’t Steal Your Money for Bouncing a Check

Banking & Credit

These Are the 8 Banks That Won’t Steal Your Money for Bouncing a Check

Capital One has eliminated overdraft fees and non-sufficient fund fees for all of its consumer banking customers, making it the first major U.S. bank to do so. It joins a list of seven other smaller financial institutions that have already ditched overdraft fees and the question is now, will more big banks follow suit? No...

Apr 18, 2026

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