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How to Make Money Selling Trading Cards
Did you know you can make money selling trading cards? If you have a horde of old trading cards burning a hole in your closet, selling them could be a great way to make some extra money with them. Or maybe you grew up with your old trading cards and began buying them up again...
Apr 4, 2026
Budget Planner
10 Budgeting Apps for Couples to Keep Track of Their Money
Money has long been one of the biggest sources of conflict in relationships and the modern money structure hasn’t made it any easier. From finding forgotten subscriptions to toggling between multiple financial platforms, modern money management feels like a full time job for couples. Enter, budgeting apps. Budgeting apps provide a real-time snapshot of your...
Apr 18, 2026
Retirement
Here’s How to Budget for Home Improvements, Rather Than Rack Up More Debt
Home improvement projects aren’t nearly as fun as those renovation projects you see on HGTV. Tasks like cleaning the HVAC ducts or replacing your roof aren’t as alluring as a fancy kitchen remodel. And in real life, you're typically stuck with paying to get the work done — having to shell out hundreds or thousands...
Apr 18, 2026
Budget Planner
Outfit a Dorm Room for Cheap With These 33 Essentials
Are you going to college this fall? It’s easy to get caught up in the excitement of living in a dorm and buy all sorts of extra stuff. Instead, check out what college students and recent grads said about these dorm room essentials and unnecessary splurges before you make your college packing list.
Apr 4, 2026
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Laura Grace Tarpley is a freelance writer who covers money and relationships, budget travel and college expenses for The Penny Hoarder. She’s also the editor for the FluentU Travel Blog. She earned her BA in Communication Studies from Young Harris College. You can find her work on Budgets Are Sexy, The Write Life and Roads & Kingdoms.
Apr 18, 2026
Debt Management
6 Ways To Get Relief From Your Payday Loan Nightmare
A payday loan can offer a quick reprieve from unexpected expenses or temporary tough luck. But if you don’t have enough money to pay back the loan next payday, you may need to take out another loan — or roll your balance into a new loan with interest rates that can exceed 300%. More than...
Apr 18, 2026
Banking & Credit
What Is Coastal Community Bank, and Are Its Credit Cards Right for You?
Coastal Community Bank issues a diverse set of credit cards that includes several credit builders, a premium cash-back option and a credit card/HELOC hybrid.
Apr 4, 2026
Debt Management
Ask This Website to Pay Your Credit Card Bill This Month
Credit card interest could be destroying your finances. Credit card debt consolidation loans are a simple way to refinance your debt to cut interest rates.
Apr 4, 2026
Banking & Credit
Is Afterpay Too Good to be True?
Large purchases can be a brutal hit to your wallet. But what if you could split a single purchase into multiple small payments? With Afterpay, you can shop in-store or online with partnered retailers, breaking large purchases into smaller interest-free payments. We’ll explore Afterpay, one of many buy now, pay later apps, and examine whether...
Apr 18, 2026
Banking & Credit
5 Things to Know About the Blaze Mastercard
If you can’t come up with a security deposit, the Blaze Mastercard is a better choice among fee-heavy unsecured credit cards. Here’s what you need to know.
Apr 4, 2026
Budget Planner
19 Ways to Beat the High Cost of Heating Your Home This Winter
Tired of the winter weather? Us too. We have ways to lower your heating costs so you can stay warm without breaking the bank. With high prices on food, gas and utilities, we could all use a break. A little preventive maintenance and some other easy fixes can help keep costs down. With that in...
Apr 18, 2026
Banking & Credit
Ford Launches New Credit Card With Bread Financial
The $0-annual-fee Ford Rewards Visa Signature card is different from the FordPass Rewards Visa credit card, which was closed to new applicants in April 2025.
Apr 4, 2026