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5 Ways to Cover Costs When You Can’t Afford Your Insurance Deductible
No one is immune to rising medical costs, even if you have health insurance. The average annual deductible for a single person was $6,575 in 2023. If it seems you’re having more trouble covering that deductible, it’s not just your imagination. [tph-quote style="block"]A deductible is the amount you must pay for health care services before...
Apr 18, 2026
Banking & Credit
Yosemite National Park Travel Guide 2026
Planning a trip to Yosemite National Park? We talked to a dozen experts to find out how to make the most of your trip.
Apr 3, 2026
Banking & Credit
Best Credit Cards for Recent College Graduates
Whether you have no credit, fair credit or bad credit after graduation, here are some beginner-friendly cards that can help you reach your credit goals.
Apr 4, 2026
Debt Management
What College Students Should Know About Debt
The typical college student in the United States has a student loan just below $40,0001. On top of that, 65% of college students2 hold thousands of dollars in credit card debt and many college students are among the 40% of Americans with car payments3. Many people find relief with debt settlement companies like Freedom Debt...
Apr 18, 2026
Insurance
It Just Got Way Cheaper to Get Health Insurance Through the ACA
There are times when it is extremely frustrating to deal with federal bureaucracy. And then there are times when it works like a charm. Eleven years after the passage of the Affordable Care Act, which gave every American the opportunity to acquire health insurance, the federal government found a way to make coverage more accessible....
Apr 18, 2026
Budget Planner
What Is An ETF?
An exchange traded fund (ETF) is a security that combines the flexibility of stocks with the diversification of mutual funds. Here's everything you need to know.
Apr 25, 2026
Retirement
12 Employers That Pay for Your Health Insurance if You’re a Part-Time Worker
By law, employers of a certain size must offer health insurance to full-time workers. However, you can get some part-time jobs with health insurance, too. The Affordable Care Act, commonly known as Obamacare, defines “full time” as 30 hours or more per week. That’s right — 30, not 40. “That definitely doesn’t sync up with...
Apr 18, 2026
Retirement
Is An Early Retirement Package Actually a Good Deal?
If you’re counting down the days to retirement, an early retirement offer can feel tempting. You can’t wait to relax and enjoy life after a lifetime of working, so why not jump in? Actually, early retirement packages aren’t the best idea for everyone. Before you pack up your office and sign on the dotted line,...
Apr 18, 2026
Banking & Credit
Disabled? You Could Get a Break on State Taxes With an ABLE Account
Disabled Americans face many financial hurdles, and the high cost of medical care may be the biggest. But when the disabled need to access assistance programs in order to pay for that medical care, there are often asset tests that limit the amount they are allowed to have in savings. And sometimes even the amount...
Apr 18, 2026
Retirement
35 Ways to Earn Extra Cash and Juice Your Bank Account ASAP
We handpicked 16 ways you can make money quickly. These include ways to pocket cash by the end of the day — plus simple ways to bank $183 online.
Apr 4, 2026
Budget Planner
Want to Build a Cheap Home Gym? Here’s How to Spend Less Than $100
Fitness is imperative, but it doesn’t have to be expensive. Here’s how you can build a cheap home gym that’ll keep you and your wallet strong.
Apr 18, 2026
Debt Management
Understanding the Debt Avalanche Method
The debt avalanche method helps you pay down debt efficiently by tackling your highest-interest debts first. (Hint: That probably means credit cards.)
Apr 4, 2026