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Want to Buy Now and Pay Later? Read This Review First
Buy now, pay later services have taken the place of layaway: You get to take home your purchase now and pay for it over time. Affirm is one of the most common buy now, pay later services. But how does Affirm compare to similar services, and should you consider using it for your next big...
Apr 18, 2026
Retirement
7 Things You Need to Know About How to Get a New Job in 2025
There are about 7.7 million job openings in the U.S. While there is a great demand for people to fill these jobs, there are also record numbers of employees changing careers, hopping into a job search and swapping old jobs for better ones. So, if you are hoping to get hired, you need to stand...
Apr 4, 2026
Investing
The 2023 Roth IRA Limits Are Higher Than Ever. How Much Can You Save?
Roth IRAs offer serious tax benefits, but Uncle Sam’s generosity only goes so far. Here are the limits on contributions and income for 2022.
Apr 18, 2026
Insurance
Experts Explain How Creating an LLC Is the Smartest First Business Move
If you’ve ever considered starting your own business, then the thought has probably crossed your mind: What’s an LLC, and do I need one? LLC, which stands for limited liability company, is a great option for small business owners looking for a way to get legally established. Not only does this business structure make your...
Apr 4, 2026
Retirement
Trump Retirement Plans: What They Are And How To Qualify For Up To $1,000
IRA account holders will be able to get up to $1,000 in federal matches in 2027. Find out who’s eligible and other details.
Jul 18, 2026
Investing
How to Use an HSA to Pay Medical Bills, Even the Old Ones
If you have a health savings account but not enough money to cover your medical expenses, you are not necessarily doomed to insurmountable debt even if you owe on old medical bills. Alexandra Wilson, a Certified Financial Planner in Atlanta, used her HSA contributions one year to cover medical bills she incurred the previous year...
Apr 3, 2026
Insurance
What is the Medicare Donut Hole and How Can You Prepare?
Medicare can feel complicated. It’s easy to get overwhelmed when sorting through pages of requirements and coverage limitations. If you’re on Medicare Part D, you probably already expect to hit an annual cap for your prescription coverage. But the Medicare Coverage Gap, also known as the Medicare donut hole, does something interesting. Yes, you hit...
Apr 18, 2026
Budget Planner
Broke? Busy? Bored? Presenting 31 Side Hustles (With Resources to Help You Get Started)
Side hustles can be a great way to boost your income and pursue your passions. Here are 10 of the best side hustles to consider.
Apr 18, 2026
Banking & Credit
5 Things to Know About the Eddie Bauer Credit Card
The lack of meaningful perks is a glaring weakness of the Eddie Bauer credit card.
Apr 4, 2026
Budget Planner
8 ‘Star Wars’ Things You Can Score on May 4
Themed collections include toys, food and nail polish.
May 23, 2026
Banking & Credit
Best Swimming Pool Loans Of 2026: Top Financing Options
You can use pool loans—unsecured personal loans—to cover all of your pool construction costs. Here are the best pool loans available.
Apr 25, 2026
Budget Planner
6 Online Shopping Sites That Are Off the Beaten Path
Almost all of us do some shopping online. It’s just so easy: You point and click, then go to your “cart” and pay for your order. Boom, you’re done. If you’re shopping only on Amazon or eBay or Etsy, though, you’re missing out on some really good deals. We scouted out a bunch of obscure...
Apr 18, 2026