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9 Ways to Invest in Real Estate — Even if You’re No Mogul
Wondering how to invest in real estate? We’ve got some ways you might not know about, like house hacking, crowdfunding, opportunity zones and more.
Apr 18, 2026
Budget Planner
Dear Penny: My In-Laws’ Hoarded Junk Is Suffocating Me. Can I Trash It All?
Dear Suffocating, When you moved into your in-laws’ house, you implicitly agreed to be good stewards of their property. That includes the property you don’t like. But I don’t think that you need to hang onto every piece of junk they’ve left behind. Not if it’s been lying around for seven years. Not when we’re...
Apr 18, 2026
Budget Planner
Beyond eBay and Etsy: 12 Online Flea Markets for Finding Hidden Gems
Buy your vintage finds from the comfort of home at online flea markets. This Penny Hoarder guide goes beyond eBay and Etsy to discover lesser-known sites.
Apr 18, 2026
Retirement
Here’s What Happened When I Took a Free 21-Day Debt Management Course
FIguring out how to manage debt can be daunting. This 21-day email course from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau might help.
Apr 18, 2026
Budget Planner
These Jobs Pay $100 an Hour Without a Degree
Earning a college degree takes two things that many of us don’t have a ton of: time and money. Whether you’re just starting out in the workforce or you’re looking to change course in your current career, you may be looking for a high-paying gig that doesn’t require time in a classroom first. These jobs...
Apr 18, 2026
Insurance
7 Reasons Why Your Credit Card Was (Embarrassingly) Declined
If you’re reading this, chances are you just had your credit card declined. Now that you’re recovering from the embarrassment and have found another way to pay, you’re probably trying to figure out — why exactly was my credit card declined? But before you spiral into a panic, or angrily call up your card issuer,...
Apr 18, 2026
Retirement
Masterworks Review 2026
Masterworks is an alternative investing platform that sells fractional shares of fine artwork, but fees can be high.
Apr 25, 2026
Budget Planner
Compound Interest Calculator
This compound interest calculator can help you determine how much money your savings can earn over time.
Apr 25, 2026
Retirement
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
Insurance
Long-Term Care Insurance: What Is It, and Can You Afford It?
Do you ever think about who is going to take care of you when you can’t take care of yourself? Home health care, assisted living facilities and nursing homes are expensive, and most health and disability insurance policies won’t help pay for them. Long-term care insurance is one way to offset that often exorbitant cost...
Apr 18, 2026
Banking & Credit
How to Pick the Best Credit Card for You: 4 Easy Steps
The right credit card will be a match for your spending habits and financial goals. Begin by understanding your options and asking the right questions.
May 2, 2026
Insurance
The Best Student Loans For Bad Credit May 2022
College isn’t cheap. In the 2019-2020 school year, average tuition and fees were $9,400 for a four-year public institution, and $36,700 for a private four-year institution, according to the National Center for Education Statistics. (That dollar amount is per year, to be clear.) While student loans are available to young adults and their families to...
Apr 18, 2026