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6 Things to Do With Your Money if You’re Afraid of Getting Burned Out

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6 Things to Do With Your Money if You’re Afraid of Getting Burned Out

Burnout takes a toll — not just on your mental health, but your wallet, too. Here’s how to build up savings so you can take a break and care for yourself.

Apr 4, 2026

Side Hustle Statistics 2026: Income, Inflation and Why 53% Rely on Extra Work

Budget Planner

Side Hustle Statistics 2026: Income, Inflation and Why 53% Rely on Extra Work

Side hustles are no longer optional for many of us. In fact, 53% of Americans with side hustles say they’d struggle to cover essential expenses without the extra income. In The Penny Hoarder’s 2026 survey, we dove into the side hustle culture and discovered most are just trying to keep up with creeping inflation. Three...

Apr 18, 2026

What’s Taxable And What’s Not? 15 IRS Rules You Shouldn’t Ignore

Debt Management

What’s Taxable And What’s Not? 15 IRS Rules You Shouldn’t Ignore

You might think you know what counts as income, but the IRS has a few twists up its sleeve. Between casual cash jobs and canceled debt, the line between taxable and not can get blurry. Here's what you'll want to double-check before filing. 1. Gifts Aren't Income Unless You're The Giver Photo By: Kaboompicscom/Pexels Receiving...

Apr 4, 2026

How To Get Rent Payments Added To Your Credit Report

Banking & Credit

How To Get Rent Payments Added To Your Credit Report

Getting a credit score established is tricky if you don't know where to start. Forbes Advisor guides you on how to get rent payment added to your credit report.

Apr 3, 2026

Vanguard Review 2026: Pros, Cons and How It Compares

Investing

Vanguard Review 2026: Pros, Cons and How It Compares

NerdWallet's brokerage experts review Vanguard, a leader in low-cost investing that gears its offerings to long-term retirement investors.

Apr 4, 2026

These 8 Cheap DASH Diet Recipes Are Winners for Your Body and Your Wallet

Investing

These 8 Cheap DASH Diet Recipes Are Winners for Your Body and Your Wallet

The DASH diet has been shown to turn around hypertension in a jiffy. If done right, it’s super affordable, too! Here are 8 recipes — and a heap of savings tips to boot.

Apr 4, 2026

Struggling to Say No? How to Set Financial Boundaries According to Therapists

Budget Planner

Struggling to Say No? How to Set Financial Boundaries According to Therapists

Setting boundaries, especially with family members, can be a tricky balancing act — and finances are no exception. But if an inability to refuse requests to borrow money is derailing your financial goals, it may be time to establish healthy financial boundaries. What is a financial boundary, and how do you set them with a...

Apr 4, 2026

HSA or FSA? Choosing the Right Account for You

Insurance

HSA or FSA? Choosing the Right Account for You

Getty Images Do you have an FSA? An HSA? Is it possible you mix up the two? If so, you’re not alone. Lots of people confuse these accounts. Both a flexible spending account (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA) are used to help you set aside funds for medical expenses and save money on...

Apr 18, 2026

How to Avoid Tariffs and Save Money on Everyday Purchases

Debt Management

How to Avoid Tariffs and Save Money on Everyday Purchases

President Donald Trump’s trade policy took a hit in February after the United States Supreme Court ruled against the administration's use of emergency powers to enact tariffs. Some tariffs stayed place and new ones have been levied, and they continue to raise the prices of just about everything we import.  The United States is the...

Apr 18, 2026

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Apr 18, 2026

Acorns Review 2023: The Lowdown on This Popular Investing App

Investing

Acorns Review 2023: The Lowdown on This Popular Investing App

This tool helped one writer manage to put away a chunk of change — without even noticing. Here’s her Acorns review.

Apr 18, 2026

With Credit Card Rates Rising Fast, Here’s How to Ask for a Better Deal

Investing

With Credit Card Rates Rising Fast, Here’s How to Ask for a Better Deal

Swiping your credit card has now become more expensive than ever, and it’s because credit card interest rates are rising crazy fast. That’s why we think you should call your credit card company and ask for a better rate — pronto. We’re serious about this! But first, let us explain: Your credit card’s interest rate,...

Apr 4, 2026