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Budget Planner
Cosmetics on the Cheap: 16 Ways to Score Free Beauty Samples
It’s no secret that looking good can get expensive, especially when it comes to makeup. But don’t worry: We found 12 stores where you can find free beauty samples.
Apr 18, 2026
Retirement
How to Plan for Retirement From Your 20s to Your 60s
Deciding how to save for retirement is confusing, but here’s a guide to help you determine whether you should prioritize your 401(k) or your IRA.
Apr 18, 2026
Banking & Credit
Chase Sapphire Reserve’s Welcome Offer Reaches Highest Level Yet
The card’s already-generous bonus is getting bigger than its ever been, offering the potential to earn 150,000 points.
May 2, 2026
Budget Planner
Which Credit Cards Let You Set a Spending Limit for Authorized Users?
The ability to limit someone else's spending on your account is helpful, but not always an easy feature to find on consumer cards. Here's where to look.
Apr 4, 2026
Investing
12 Money Making Apps That Pay $100 A Day
There are apps that can help you make $100 a day. However, most people won’t hit that number using just one app or with a few spare minutes. That’s the most important thing to know before you start using apps that pay. Survey apps, game apps and rewards apps can be useful for extra cash,...
Apr 4, 2026
Banking & Credit
Axos Bank Review 2024
Axos Bank was one of the first online-only banks. It opened for business on July 4, 2000, as Bank of Internet USA and grew steadily for nearly two decades before rebranding itself as Axos Bank in 2018. It has a lot of options for checking and savings accounts and even has some pretty sweet options...
Apr 18, 2026
Investing
Half of Us Can’t Afford Retirement. Start with These 4 Things
You’ve probably heard there’s a retirement crisis in America. What’s your situation look like? What can you do to retire more comfortably? Use these tips.
Apr 4, 2026
Debt Management
If You Live in Ohio, Make These 7 Money Moves Before Bedtime
It’s easy to get overwhelmed by your finances. These simple money management steps can help you start taking control of your money this week.
Apr 4, 2026
Investing
The 10-Minute Finance Move Every Parent Needs to Make
One of the most important things you can do to protect your family and kids is to help ensure they’ll be able to pay the bills after you’re gone — go to college, afford groceries, start a savings.
Apr 3, 2026
Investing
Should You Save More Money or Invest Extra During a Bear Market?
You know you’re supposed to buy low and sell high when you invest, so a bear market should be a bargain sale. A bear market is generally defined as a drop of 20% or more from recent stock market highs. The S&P 500, often used as a benchmark for the overall U.S. stock market, has...
Apr 18, 2026
Insurance
10 Simple Ways to Get Paid to Text in 2024
The average American sends or receives 32 text messages per day. Across the country, over 6 billion texts are sent daily. With so many texts going out and coming in, it’s time to start asking: What if you could actually get paid to text? There are companies out there willing to pay for texters. Some...
Apr 4, 2026
Investing
Just the Basics: What’s an IRA, and Do You Need One?
What’s the difference between a 401(k) and an IRA? And why do you need them? We explain the basics.
Apr 4, 2026