Month: September 2021

Tax Planning Opportunities You Might Not Be Aware Of

To save on taxes over all your years, not just right now, try these four different strategies.

Should I Invest if I Still Have Debt?

As you start to establish yourself financially, you may come to a crossroads: should you pay off debt or invest in your future? It can be confusing to know what to do in this situation, especially if you have multiple financial goals you’re saving toward. The first step is to look at the numbers, then […]

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Cringe-worthy mistake: I missed out on $2,400 in travel because I forgot one simple rule – The Points Guy

There are a lot of details to remember in the points and miles hobby. Even if you’re far from an “expert,” you can earn thousands of dollars in free travel

This United credit card now gets you 10% off awards, IHG status and more — all for the same annual fee – The Points Guy

Savvy frequent travelers know that one of the best ways to get airport lounge access is through a credit card.

This Is the Best Age to Buy Long-Term Care Insurance

If you wait too long to apply for coverage you could be denied. So, when’s the sweet spot to apply?

10 Great Sites to Buy Cheap Eyeglasses Online

Like most things, buying prescription eyeglasses online has become the new norm. In addition to the sheer convenience of being able to try frames on at home, there’s also the fact that shopping online for prescription glasses usually means more choice — and a lot more savings. In a recent survey from Consumer Reports, people buying […]

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Chase Marriott Bonvoy Boundless 125,000 Points + Free Night Certificate (50k)

Update 9/23/21: Deal now live The Offer Direct link to offer Chase is offering a bonus of 125,000 points + free night certificate (good on up to 50,000 points) after $5,000 in spend on the Chase Marriott Bonvoy Boundless card. Card Details Annual fee of $95, not waived first year Eligibility for this product: The […]

Dear Penny: Can I Get My Dead Husband’s Benefits After Secret Divorce?

Dear Penny, My ex-husband was killed in a car accident in November 2018. We were married legally for five years. We got divorced so our daughter could get SSI. She has cerebral palsy.  When we divorced, we didn’t tell anyone except for Social Security. Not even his parents knew we were divorced. We were planning […]

This was originally published on The Penny Hoarder, which helps millions of readers worldwide earn and save money by sharing unique job opportunities, personal stories, freebies and more. The Inc. 5000 ranked The Penny Hoarder as the fastest-growing private media company in the U.S. in 2017.

Here’s how secured credit cards help build credit

You can build your credit using a secured credit card by using your card regularly, paying off the full balance each month and keeping your credit utilization low.

The Forces Shaping Retirement in the 2020s

Gone are the days of retiring with a pension and gold watch. What retirement means has changed significantly and not always for the better.