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5 Things to Know About the First Latitude Credit Cards
First Latitude credit cards are available to those without a credit history, and they earn rewards — but other cards still might be a better option.
May 2, 2026
Investing
Is 2023 a Good Time to Invest? Plus 4 Other Pressing Money Questions — Answered
Is 2022 a good time to invest? Plus five more pressing money questions from our readers — answered by a certified financial planner.
Apr 4, 2026
Banking & Credit
5 Things to Know About the Cathay Pacific Credit Card
The Cathay World Elite Mastercard might not be the best option even for frequent Cathay flyers. Issued by Synchrony, the card is the only co-branded card offered by the Hong Kong-based Cathay Pacific airlines that's available in the U.S.
Apr 4, 2026
Insurance
5 Unexpected Ways Life Insurance Can Help Your Family After You Die
Many people don’t realize life insurance covers more than funeral and burial expenses. Here are five unexpected ways your loved ones can use your life insurance death benefit.
Apr 18, 2026
Retirement
Kiss the Commute Goodbye With These 49 Home Business Ideas
Bitten by the entrepreneurial bug? Here are the 26 best home-based business ideas for 2019.
Apr 18, 2026
Banking & Credit
5 Credit Card Trends to Watch for in 2026
Credit card rewards get more complex, crypto cards come back, AI gets savvier, Gen Z grows up, and credit card interest rates may be capped (or not).
Apr 4, 2026
Debt Management
3 Easy Ways to Replace Your Medicare Card If It’s Lost, Damaged or Stolen
Your Medicare card is a very important piece of identification. It’s proof of your health insurance benefits. You’re often required to present your Medicare card when seeking care. Without it, you could end up paying a lot more out of pocket. You’ll receive your card in the mail along with your “Welcome to Medicare” packet...
Apr 4, 2026
Insurance
40 Best Companies For Remote Work in 2026: Work From Home or Anywhere
Ready to ditch the cubicle and communal kitchen? This list of work-from-home companies will have you doing just that.
Apr 18, 2026
Debt Management
Think Your Debt Dies With You? Not So Fast
It might seem like you’ll be paying down debt until the end of your life — but your debt will likely outlive you. Here’s what happens to debt when you die — and who’s on the hook for paying it off.
Apr 18, 2026
Budget Planner
A Pro Shares 6 Insider Tips for Hiring the Right Contractor
The housing market can be a beast to navigate, but in the past year, it’s become even more difficult to lock in a property that is entirely ready for move-in. In June 2021, home prices in the U.S. catapulted by around 25% according to Redfin, the Seattle discount real estate brokerage, and the number of...
Apr 4, 2026
Retirement
Dear Penny: If I Remarry, Will I Lose My Late Husband’s Social Security Benefits?
Dear Dating, If you remarry, the amount you receive in Social Security benefits might change — but only in your favor. As long as you’re 60 years old or older when you remarry (50 if you’re disabled), you can continue to draw your survivor’s benefit from your late husband’s Social Security account. You’ll also become...
Apr 18, 2026
Debt Management
Borrow Against Your Home During a Crisis? Here’s What to Consider
Our homes are our biggest asset, and in a cash crunch they could provide some much-needed relief. A home equity line of credit, aka a HELOC, can put money in your pocket. A HELOC is a second mortgage that allows you to borrow against the equity in your home up to a certain amount based...
Apr 18, 2026