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Debt Management
Why Smart People Still Use Library Cards And How You Can Too
Not everything worth having comes with a login or a credit card bill. Some of the best resources still live where few are looking: the public library. While others scroll past the obvious, smart users are getting a lot more. Here’s a look at what makes a library card worth having. Borrow Books And Audiobooks...
Apr 4, 2026
Investing
Depression-Era Recipes That Help Save You Money
The New York Stock Exchange crashed on October 24, 1929, known as Black Thursday. It was the first of many financial calamities that created the most notorious period of economic depression in American history — The Great Depression. For most of the 1930s, Americans dealt with a soaring unemployment rate that capped at nearly 25%...
Apr 18, 2026
Insurance
Amazon Music’s Entire 100 Million Song Library Is Free for Prime Members
Are you already paying $139.99 or $15 a month for an Amazon Prime membership? We know you may have gotten it for that sweet two-Day Shipping, but did you know that it comes with a plethora of other benefits, too? For the music lovers, this comes in the form of Amazon Music, with access to...
Apr 18, 2026
Retirement
56 Creative Ways to Make Money You May Not Have Thought of
Whether you’re looking for a remote job or just want to bring in some extra cash from a side hustle, check out these 53 creative ways to make money.
Apr 4, 2026
Banking & Credit
United Credit Cards Boost Welcome Bonuses (Limited Time)
Two of United’s co-branded cards offer more miles for new cardholders.
Apr 4, 2026
Investing
Make Money Doing Nothing? The Beginner’s Guide to Passive Income Ideas
Passive income sounds appealing, and as long as you understand the term and how it works, it can be. Here are some ideas to get you started.
Apr 4, 2026
Budget Planner
10 Ways to Get Clothes for Your Kids For Free or Cheap
Children are constantly growing, and so are their clothing needs (and costs). Well, not anymore! Save by getting clothes for your kids for free or next to nothing. One mom shares her strategies.
Apr 18, 2026
Debt Management
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Adam Hardy is a former staff writer for The Penny Hoarder. He's a University of South Florida graduate, who studied magazine journalism and sociology. He also has a background in international education as an English teacher in South Korea.
Apr 4, 2026
Budget Planner
Want to Earn $3K a Month on a Side Hustle? Try Flipping Furniture
If you’re looking for a side hustle that can bring in serious revenue, furniture flipping is worth considering. There’s a lot of satisfaction — and monetary reward — in scoring a sweet deal on an old piece of furniture and seeing where a little paint and elbow grease takes you. [tphshortcode class="organic-in-content-desktop"] [tphshortcode class="organic-in-content-mobile"] Here’s...
Apr 6, 2026
Banking & Credit
What Happens If You Don't Activate Your Credit Card?
You won't be able to use the card or enjoy its benefits, and it could end up hurting your credit scores in the long run. Here's what to do instead.
Apr 4, 2026
Banking & Credit
Current Bonus Categories: Chase Freedom, Discover, Citi
Some of the highest credit card rewards come from cards with 5% bonus categories. Here's what's available on Discover, Chase Freedom and Citi Dividend.
May 2, 2026
Investing
This May be the Easiest Way to Refinance and Save Money on Your Mortgage
Own a home? loanDepot may be the easiest way to refinance and save money on your mortgage.
Apr 4, 2026