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Debt Management
Should I Fill Out FAFSA if My Parents Make a Lot of Money?
If you think you can’t get financial aid for college because your parents make too much money, it’s worth your time to fill out the FAFSA, aka the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Why? Eligibility for financial aid depends on a number of factors (we’ll explain in a minute), but families who assume their...
Apr 18, 2026
Debt Management
Dear Penny: I’m Barely Getting by and $60,000 in Debt. How Do I Pay It Off Without Working 24 Hours a Day, Seven Days a Week?
Dear Penny: I’m barely getting by and $60,000 in debt. How do I pay it off without working 24 hours a day, seven days a week?
Apr 18, 2026
Insurance
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Apr 18, 2026
Investing
What’s a Bin Store, and Why Are They Popping Up All Over the Place?
One after another, bin stores are popping up all over America. There’s Bin City New York, located on Long Island. Cheap Charlie’s Bargain Bins in Appleton, Wisconsin. Bargains in a Box, a Chicago-based chain. Not to mention Where Ya Bin in Columbus, Ohio. What’s a bin store, you ask? It’s a store where shoppers rummage...
Apr 4, 2026
Insurance
The Cost of Commuting: We Compare Driving, Public Transportation, Carpooling and More
Taking public transportation can cut the cost of commuting. We compared the rates for monthly bus and fares in 10 U.S. cities with top public transit systems.
Apr 18, 2026
Investing
4 Things Dead People Can Teach Us About Investing
When it comes to investing your money, dead people have the right idea. Here are four things the dead can teach us about the stock market.
Apr 4, 2026
Insurance
Here’s How I Cleared 50K in My First Year as a Full-Time Freelance Writer
Nobody ever said freelancing was easy. But with the right game plan, you can make the dream work full-time. Here’s our beginner’s guide to freelance writing jobs.
Apr 18, 2026
Debt Management
2 of 3 Investment App Users Got Started During Covid, Revolutionizing the Market
The fintech revolution is here and investment apps are leading the charge. Robinhood, Acorns, Betterment and other apps have simplified the investment process for everyday Americans by removing once-common barriers to access, like complex jargon and high trading fees. Investment apps shook up the archaic financial landscape by giving people user-friendly platforms to access the...
Apr 4, 2026
Insurance
7 Ways to Manage Your Money When You Don’t Have Time to Think About It
Try these seven tips for getting your finances in order when you’re super busy with a packed schedule.
Apr 18, 2026
Retirement
Learn the Ways of the Financial World through Video Games
Video games offer a way to escape and have a little fun. But did you know they can also act as tools for financial education? This could be as simple as teaching kids about budgeting, but could also influence a career in the finance world. We’ll look at how some existing games simulate real-world economic...
Apr 18, 2026
Retirement
How to Start a Business in Retirement
Want to start a business in retirement? For some people, retirement life conjures up images of five-hour afternoon naps, leisurely strolls at the park and cruise trips to the Bahamas. But what if you've got more to give and don’t want to kick your feet up just yet? Starting a biz might just be the...
Apr 18, 2026
Debt Management
Save Money on Candles With These Tips and Alternatives
When crisp weather rolls in, there’s nothing better than a cozy sweater, warm socks and your favorite scented candle. But candles can be expensive and often end up adding to the clutter in your home. If you’re looking for alternative ways to fill your home with cozy smells or just want to replenish your candle...
Apr 18, 2026