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Insurance
Your Car Insurance Is Going Up — Again. Here Are 12 Ways to Lower Your Bill
Wondering how to lower your car insurance bill when it keeps increasing each year? Here are a few simple and practical tips to help you find some savings.
Apr 18, 2026
Budget Planner
How to Budget on a Low Income Without Feeling Defeated
Budgeting is no one’s favorite activity. It can feel especially draining when your income barely covers your bills. As a result, you may feel stuck when it comes to how to budget on a low income. Even with the help of a budgeting app, like Rocket Money, it may feel overwhelming at first to try...
Apr 18, 2026
Retirement
The Best Senior Discounts for Food, Entertainment, Travel and More
Your golden years just got a little brighter. We found the 100 best senior discounts for you to take advantage of in your 50s and beyond.
Apr 18, 2026
Insurance
So, You Want a Higher Credit Score? There’s an App for That
For some, a credit score is a prized achievement, with ratings stretching into the 700 or 800 value range. For many people though, a credit score is a number that could be improved. While most Americans have an average credit score of about 716 these days, obtaining a higher score can help you secure better...
Apr 18, 2026
Budget Planner
Which Budgeting Method Is Right for You? Take This Quiz to Find Out
If you’ve read a bunch about budgeting but still feel lost, you’ve come to the right place. Not all budgeting methods are created equal. And certain strategies for creating and maintaining a budget can be intimidating for beginners or difficult for particular financial situations. Before starting a spreadsheet or investing in a budgeting binder, take...
Apr 18, 2026
Debt Management
5 Ways to Score Hotel Freebies During Your Next Stay
Here’s an ugly truth: Traveling is expensive. But what if you could elevate your hotel stay without spending a fortune? Free room upgrades, complimentary behind-the-counter toiletries and leftover items from other guests could all be yours — if you know who to ask and where to look. Even if you've already booked and paid for...
Apr 4, 2026
Budget Planner
Have a Bunch of Old Cords and Cables? Here’s What to Do With Them
Just about everyone has a box of old cords and cables in their basement or junk closet. Every time you buy a new device, you get another charger and the old one gets chucked into the box. If you’re ready to bid goodbye to those old cords, there are ways they can help you make...
Apr 18, 2026
Budget Planner
Dear Penny: Am I Cheap if I Refuse to Attend Co-Workers’ Birthday Lunches?
Dear D., I agree with you in principle. You should be free to use your unpaid time however you want. Situations like these can get awkward, especially in small offices. These events may technically be optional, but they feel mandatory when your absence would be noticed. So no, I don’t think you’re being a sour...
Apr 18, 2026
Budget Planner
The Gig Economy: Modern Term, Classic Concept
Gig work represents flexible jobs, and includes driving for a rideshare company, freelancing, tutoring and more.
Aug 1, 2026
Investing
Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities: What are TIPS?
Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities, or TIPS, can help you keep up with inflation. You can buy TIPs through a brokerage account or the government.
Aug 1, 2026
Investing
5 Best Low-Risk Investments Right Now (4%+ Returns)
Low-risk, safe investments, such as money market accounts, high-yield savings accounts, cash management accounts, CDs and Treasurys, can now earn higher returns.
Aug 1, 2026
Budget Planner
Fisher Investments Review 2026
Fisher Investments offers customized portfolios built around the investing philosophy of Ken Fisher for high-net-worth individuals.
Apr 3, 2026