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Is Generational Wealth Possible For The 99%? You’d Be Surprised. Here’s Where to Start
Generational wealth isn’t just for descendants of railroad tycoons. It’s something that is totally attainable — and important — for the rest of us common folk.
Apr 4, 2026
Banking & Credit
5 Things to Know About the Athleta Rewards Mastercard
The Athleta Rewards Mastercard earns 5X rewards on purchases at Athleta and other brands in the Gap family — Gap, Old Navy, Banana Republic.
May 2, 2026
Insurance
How to Build a Realistic Two-Week Grocery Budget
A realistic two-week grocery budget covers 14 days of meals, snacks and household basics without forcing you into last-minute store runs. For many households, that lands somewhere between $150 and $300, but the right number depends on household size, where you live, how often you cook and whether you’re feeding kids or covering special diets....
Apr 18, 2026
Banking & Credit
If Your Credit Score Is Under 700, Make These 6 Moves ASAP
You feel like you’re doing everything you’re supposed to, but still, your credit score never breaks 700. It’s pretty frustrating, we know. Don’t fret — we have four things you can do this week to help get you on the right track.
Apr 18, 2026
Budget Planner
10 Things You Should Rent Instead of Buy
People have been renting cars, wedding tents and folding chairs for decades. Renting dresses is now a regular practice for people who love high fashion. But online companies, as well as independent entrepreneurs, are steadily increasing the array of things consumers can rent instead of buy. Most often, the rental period is flexible and renting...
Apr 18, 2026
Budget Planner
Play Santa Without Going Broke With Our Holiday Budget Planner
Before you make your holiday shopping list, you need to make a budget. Sure, budget planning isn’t that fun — but with this free budget template, it’s easy!
Apr 18, 2026
Budget Planner
Groceries 101
Everything you need to know about getting the most out of your grocery runs.
Apr 18, 2026
Retirement
Dear Penny: My Husband Financially Supports His Adult Children. Shouldn’t That Money Go to Our Retirement?
Dear Concerned, It’s rarely helpful to keep your mouth shut about money in a relationship. You’re much better off talking with your husband to get on the same page, so you don’t deal with festering resentment and misalignment. But you have to approach the conversation open to understanding and compromise in addition to airing your...
Apr 18, 2026
Investing
Schwab Intelligent Portfolios Review 2024
Charles Schwab’s robo advisor offering Schwab Intelligent Portfolios combines the brokerage's expertise alongside technology to build portfolios for their investors. You can put your investment dollars to work by allowing the brokerage to build a portfolio based on a combination of their 51 low-cost exchange-traded funds (ETFs). What Is Schwab Intelligent Portfolios and How Does...
Apr 18, 2026
Banking & Credit
The 13 Best Personal Loans for Borrowers With Bad Credit 2023
If you have a bad credit score, you might believe you’re out of options when money is tight — but that doesn’t have to be the case. You’re not relegated to predatory payday loans and high-interest credit cards. Lots of lenders have options that let you borrow money through personal loans at relatively low cost...
Apr 18, 2026
Debt Management
All I Want for Christmas … Is to Avoid Holiday-Spending Debt
Chris Zuppa/The Penny Hoarder Don’t let the holiday spirit last all year long. Sorry, I meant don’t let the holiday debt last all year long. It’s tough to resist the temptation to spend your way toward making this a fa-la-la-labulous holiday season for everyone you love, but you could be paying for it long after...
Apr 18, 2026
Insurance
Head Back to School With These 19 Scholarships for Adults
You’ve decided to go back to college to get that degree. Congratulations! Now how to pay? Check out these 18 college scholarships for adults.
Apr 18, 2026