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So You Finally Paid Off Your Debt. Now What?
You’ve worked hard to pay off your debt and you’ve finally sent that last payment. You’re out of the red with a little bit of extra money each month. What should you do next?
Apr 18, 2026
Insurance
Applying for Life Insurance Doesn’t Need to Suck. You Could Do it During a Commercial Break and Pay as Little as $9/Mo
Getting life insurance kind of sucks. But with Lemonade, you could do it during a commercial break and pay as little as $9 a month.
Apr 4, 2026
Insurance
Carvana vs. CarMax: Which Site is Better for Buying and Selling Used Cars?
There are a few websites that have simplified car buying and selling. We compare Carvana vs. Carmax.
Apr 4, 2026
Budget Planner
Jury Rules Live Nation Is an Illegal Monopoly — What It Means For You
A federal jury ruled that Live Nation Entertainment is an illegal monopoly — what happens next is up to the judge.
Aug 1, 2026
Debt Management
What is Debt Settlement and How Does it Work?
Having debt is all too common — 77% of all households carry some amount of debt. But even though it’s common, that doesn’t mean it’s easy to deal with. That’s why some borrowers turn to debt settlement for relief. It can potentially slim down what you owe, help you avoid bankruptcy and make debt repayment...
Apr 18, 2026
Retirement
Leaving Your Job? Here Are 5 Options for Your 401(k)
When you move on from your job, you have options for what to do with your 401(k) or similar retirement plan. You can: Leave it where it is. Roll it over into your new employer’s plan or a personal 401(k) if you are self-employed. Convert it to an IRA. Convert it to a Roth IRA....
Apr 18, 2026
Insurance
Save Up to 40% Off Your Medical Costs — With a New Kind of Insurance
If you’re not covered by an employer healthcare plan or don’t qualify for a subsidized plan on the healthcare.gov marketplace, seeing a doctor can be really expensive. Paying out of pocket can scare someone into foregoing an appointment altogether and ultimately risking their health. That’s not just a bad idea — it could be downright...
Apr 4, 2026
Budget Planner
? Laid Off? Here’s What to Do Next
There are ways to prepare for a job loss that can help you better survive unemployment — and find new work. Here’s what to do when you’re laid off.
Apr 18, 2026
Budget Planner
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Contributor Jenna Limbach writes on financial literacy and lifestyle topics for The Penny Hoarder from her home base in Nevada.
Apr 18, 2026
Insurance
Get a Cash Offer on Your House in Days (Not Months)
Selling your home? It's not always a walk in the park. Sure, potentially pocketing a profit from a sale is an exciting prospect. But let's be real, there's a bunch to juggle. Dealing with the endless back-and-forths with your real estate agent, trying to sync up schedules all while keeping your home looking like a...
Apr 18, 2026
Budget Planner
How Credit Cards Can Elevate Your Entertainment Experiences (and Save You Money)
Access ticket presales, enjoy better seat selections for events, and take part in memorable experiences around the world.
May 2, 2026
Budget Planner
5 Steps for Budgeting If Your Income Changes From Month to Month
Budgeting isn’t impossible when you have a variable income, but you have to do it differently. Here’s how to budget if your income is unpredictable.
Apr 18, 2026