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Independent Contractor Taxes: A Beginner’s Guide
Don’t wait til April to figure out how to file independent contractor taxes. Here’s a crash course in what you need to know about how to file taxes for freelance work.
Apr 4, 2026
Budget Planner
This Secret Shopping Strategy Could Save You Up to 50%
Here’s a way to pick up electronics, clothes and more for up to 50% off — all you have to do is deal with an open box.
Apr 18, 2026
Debt Management
This Is What a Payday Loan Actually Costs You
A payday loan is a type of short-term, high-interest personal loan that becomes due when you get your next paycheck. Payday loans may look appealing in a cash crunch, particularly for people with low credit scores. But the fees and interest are exorbitant, leading many borrowers to become trapped in a debt cycle where they...
Apr 18, 2026
Banking & Credit
8 Things You Could Do During the 7th-Inning Stretch to Help Your Finances
The MLB season opens March 29th with a full slate of games. We’re wondering: How much could you improve your finances during the seventh-inning stretch alone?
Apr 6, 2026
Investing
9 Ways You Can Get Paid to Lose Weight (and Finally Keep That Resolution)
If your New Year’s resolution is to lose weight, then check out these fitness apps and programs. They’ll keep you motivated AND you’ll get paid to lose weight at the same time!
Apr 18, 2026
Insurance
Term Life Insurance 101: An Inexpensive Way to Protect the Ones You Love
If you want an affordable policy that offers financial protection for your family if you die, term life insurance could be a good option for you.
Apr 18, 2026
Budget Planner
Safeguard Your Emergency Cash With Smart Storage Options
If a sudden expense pops up, is your emergency fund ready or stuck in the wrong spot? This list breaks down the best and worst places to keep your cash, helping you find safe options that you can access fast when it matters most. Let's rethink what "safe" really means. Right: High-Yield Savings satheeshsankaran/Pixabay A...
Apr 18, 2026
Debt Management
15 Ways To Negotiate Your Salary Without Settling For Less
Negotiating your salary doesn’t have to feel like a high-stakes game of poker, where you're unsure if you'll win or go home empty-handed. In fact, with the right approach, it can be a fun conversation where you confidently advocate for the value you bring. To help you with that, here are 15 smart strategies that...
Apr 4, 2026
Retirement
What Is a Required Minimum Distribution on Retirement Plans?
If you want to be a smart investor now and lower your tax liability later, here’s what you should know about required minimum distributions.
Apr 18, 2026
Debt Management
What Is an Installment Loan and How Do They Work?
An installment loan is a lump sum of money that you borrow and then pay back in fixed intervals. Installment loans are often used to finance a major purchase, like a house, car or boat, or to finance education, though you can get an installment loan for practically any reason. If you’re wondering what an...
Apr 18, 2026
Insurance
WFH or Home Office? The Tax Deduction Gray Area You Need to Know
Working from home is great, but it often comes with surprise expenses. Here are 11 tax deductions you can’t afford to overlook.
Apr 18, 2026
Budget Planner
I'm a Personal Finance Expert: Here Are 6 Clever Ways I Save Money
I switched my cell phone plan, changed my internet and sold my car. These shifts quietly saved me thousands.
Aug 1, 2026