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Is the Cost of Flood Insurance Going Up?
Floods are the most common natural disaster in the United States. And they can be devastating: Just an inch or two of water can cause more than $25,000 in repairs and lost property. Flood insurance, however, is unique. Most policies are sold and backed by the federal government, and homeowners insurance generally doesn’t cover flood...
Apr 18, 2026
Banking & Credit
Love to Read But Short on Time? 11 Places to Find Cheap Audiobooks
The convenience and portability of audiobooks let you enjoy your love of reading on the go. But how do you find the cheap audiobooks you actually want? There are a number of audiobook services available, but the options can be overwhelming. Finding the right audiobook service is a matter of finding the best one for...
Apr 6, 2026
Debt Management
16 Make-Your-Own-Schedule Jobs You Can Do From Home
Want to work from home? These solid companies have awesome BBB grades and let you set your own schedule…
Apr 3, 2026
Banking & Credit
This Free, 30-Day Challenge Helps Married Couples Take Care of Their Money Woes
We’ve put together a 30-day challenge for married couples to get your finances in shape for your “happily ever after.” Do you accept the challenge? If so, say, “I do” (again).
Apr 6, 2026
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Mackenzie Raetz is senior editor of freelance for The Penny Hoarder. She's been a journalist since 2016 and previously worked at The Villages Daily Sun in Florida as both a reporter and managing editor. She has a bachelor's degree in English from Florida State University and now lives in Danville, Virginia.
Apr 6, 2026
Banking & Credit
Bank of America Customized Cash Expands Rewards Categories
Bank of America Customized Cash cardholders may now earn the card’s best 3% rate at EV stations and on cable, streaming, internet and phone plans.
Apr 4, 2026
Insurance
Prepare for Hurricane Season with a Comprehensive Insurance Check
For most people, summer brings images of swimming and drinks by the pool. Summer also means the threat of hurricanes in certain parts of the country. So, should you do a hurricane season insurance check? The season kicks off on June 1 each year, and experts predict this year will be a doozy. While we...
Apr 18, 2026
Investing
How to Invest in Marijuana: Cannabis Stocks Explained
Want to start investing in an industry you believe in? Here’s how to invest in marijuana for as little as $5.
Apr 18, 2026
Investing
9 Best Investing Books You Absolutely Must Read
Here are seven of the best investing books around for people who want to make money without obsessing over the stock market.
Apr 18, 2026
Insurance
Financial Independence, Retire Early: What Is the FIRE Movement?
Getty Images Financial independence. Retire early. Your savings rate. The rule of 25. Extreme cost-cutting. Just what is the FIRE movement? More from The Penny Hoarder: How to Pay off Credit Card Debt in 2024 What is the FIRE Movement? For those who don’t know, it stands for: financial independence, retire early. You might be...
Apr 4, 2026
Banking & Credit
Premium Credit Cards in Smaller Cities: How to Make the Math Work
High-end credit cards tend to feature perks aimed at big-city dwellers, but they can still be of value even if you live on the outskirts.
May 2, 2026
Insurance
Mom vs. Wife: Should I Buy Another House Just to Keep the Peace?
Dear J., I’m a fan of using money to buy your way out of a bad situation. But buying a new house and uprooting your family is also a really expensive way to dodge difficult conversations. So if you haven’t talked to your parents about why the current living situation isn’t working, that’s your first...
Apr 18, 2026