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Money

Credit Cards

The best balance transfer cards can help you save hundreds or more on your debt repayment
Jason Stauffer
The best credit cards of May 2024
Benji Stawski
Here are the best travel credit cards that can save you hundreds on your next vacation
Benji Stawski
The best 0% APR credit cards: Finance debt or new purchases interest-free for up to 21 months
Jason Stauffer
These top small business cards can earn you up to 5X rewards on everyday expenses
Benji Stawski

Loans

The best personal loans if you have bad credit but still need access to cash
Trina Paul
4 personal loan lenders that accept applicants with credit scores that are 580 or lower
Jasmin Suknanan
Personal loans often have lower interest rates than credit cards — these are the best available now
Megan DeMatteo
The best debt consolidation loans if you have bad credit
Ana Staples
7 personal loan lenders that’ll get you funded in as little as 1 business day
Jasmin Suknanan

Mortgages

How to get your finances in order before applying for a mortgage
Jasmin Suknanan
5 of the best mortgage lenders to consider if you're buying a home in May 2024
Jasmin Suknanan
This graph can help you see if you're getting a good interest rate on a mortgage
Elizabeth Gravier
3 of the best mortgage lenders that don't charge origination fees
Jasmin Suknanan
What’s 'toxic debt?' An expert discusses red flags and tips to avoid expensive debt
Elizabeth Gravier

Banking

Kasasa bank accounts: Get up to 6% APY with this high-yield checking account
Elizabeth Gravier
These top high-yield savings accounts could earn you over 10X more money than the national average
Benji Stawski
These are the best cash management accounts of May 2024
Elizabeth Gravier
This 5-month term CD offers 9.5% APY, but with a catch — here's how to get your hands on it
Andreina Rodriguez
IRA vs CD — what's the difference and which one should you pick?
Andreina Rodriguez

Credit Monitoring

Here's how trans and non-binary people can navigate changing their name on credit reports
Ana Staples
Nearly 80% of Gen Z and millennials want to improve their credit, yet most don’t know where to start
Ana Staples
eCredable can help boost your credit score, but it's not always worth it
Jason Stauffer
UltraFICO can boost your credit score, but it has limitations
Jason Stauffer
Hard vs. soft credit inquiry — what's the difference and how does it affect your credit?
Ana Staples

Investing

What is an IRA and how does it work?
Ryley Amond
401(k) matching: what it is and how it works
Elizabeth Gravier
What is a 401k and how does it work?
Ryley Amond
Who pays estate tax?
Ryley Amond
Here are the 401(k) and IRA contribution limits for 2024
Elizabeth Gravier

Insurance

The best car insurance companies based on cost, coverage and service
Liz Knueven
Here are the best commercial auto insurance companies
Liz Knueven
Pets Best pet insurance review and price
Liz Knueven
Have a high-risk home? Here's how to get it insuranced
Liz Knueven
AIG Travel Guard insurance review: What you need to know
Ana Staples

Resources

There are 3 common strategies for paying off your mortgage early
Lee Huffman
Here are the best apps and websites for selling your stuff so you can make some extra cash
Ana Staples
This is how much it could cost to buy a house by 2030 — and tips on how to start saving now
Jasmin Suknanan
Here's how much money 25-year-olds need to invest every month to become a millionaire
Jasmin Suknanan
8 reasons why you need an EIN for your business and how to apply for one
Lee Huffman

Personal Finance

Wire transfers allow you to move a lot of money quickly — here's how they work
Ira Wilder
What is a balance sheet and why is it important?
Ryley Amond
Students can book $25 holiday flights with Amazon Prime — plus 4 other ways to save
Ira Wilder
You could face a tax bill if your debt is forgiven—here's what you need to know
Megan DeMatteo
11 tips for saving money at the grocery store
Alexandria White

Small Business

The best business checking accounts for solo entrepreneurs, small biz owners and more
Ana Staples
5 benefits of small business credit cards to consider before opening an account
Alexandria White
Secure financing with these 9 types of small business loans
Alexandria White
These top small business cards can earn you up to 5X rewards on everyday expenses
Benji Stawski
The best small business loan options for startups, small businesses and solo entrepreneurs
Alexandria White

Taxes

How to file your taxes for free
Ana Staples
Best tax software of 2024: File fast and accurately, plus get your maximum refund
Ana Staples
Can you pay taxes with a credit card?
Alexandria White
Best tax software for small business owners in 2024: Save time filing and get your maximum refund
Alexandria White
What to do if you can't pay your tax bill
Megan DeMatteo
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