6 Financial Apps for Kids that Can Make You Smarter About Money Too

by Kiara Taylor Several fintechs and neobanks have recently launched new financial apps for kids and other products that are specifically designed to teach lessons in managing money.The idea is simple: teach kids about money so they can be financially literate throughout adulthood. Their financial education is the goal but the beauty is that parents can also learn to manage money and ramp up their own financial skills as they

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How to Win Super Bowl or Katy Perry Tickets by Playing Solitaire Cash or Bubble Cash on Your Phone

by The Penny Hoarder Staff Chances are, you probably play some sort of game on your phone in your down time. Maybe you’re a Solitaire kind of person. Maybe you have more fun with a classic bubble-shooter type of game.Either way, your gaming skills could earn you some serious prizes this holiday season.Not only could you win up to $83 per win playing Solitaire Cash or Bubble Cash, but between

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How to Become a Babysitter and Find Jobs Caring for Kids

by Rachel Christian, CEPF®Senior Writer Babysitting can be a great side hustle to earn quick money. But this popular child care job isn’t for everyone. You obviously need to love children — and have some real-life experience caring for them. Many people start their babysitting careers at a young age by watching their own siblings or family members. But the truth is you can make money babysitting at almost any

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Steak Prices Are Rising. 5 Steps to Take to Save

by Mike BrassfieldSenior WriterPrices keep rising and rising. Inflation is back with a vengeance. This is especially true at the grocery store, where we keep getting sticker shock at the checkout counter.Just look at the news headlines:Beef prices are surging worldwide, Reuters reports.As food prices continue to rise, beef and pork have surged out front, the Washington Post says.If you’re a steak lover, you might be out of luck. Just

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How to Become a Babysitter or Nanny – and Make Up to $21 an Hour

by Rachel Christian, CEPF®Senior Writer Babysitting can be a great side hustle to earn quick money. But this popular child care job isn’t for everyone. You obviously need to love children — and have some real-life experience caring for them. Many people start their babysitting careers at a young age by watching their own siblings or family members. But the truth is you can make money babysitting at almost any

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PNC Bank Review 2021

by Timothy MooreContributorPNC Financial Services may have a small geographic footprint, but it’s mighty when it comes to its assets.In fact, PNC bank, which only operates in 25 states and the District of Columbia, is ranked as the nine largest bank in the U.S. based on assets.While living in one of the states with physical branches is ideal for PNC customers, PNC does offer checking accounts and savings accounts to

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The Shovler App Will Help You Make Money Shoveling Snow

by Jenna Limbach Is your neighborhood already getting blanketed with snow? If not now, will it be a winter wonderland sometime soon?If you have a snow shovel handy and don’t mind the cold, you could earn extra money shoveling snow for others this winter through Shovler, the Uber of snow removal apps.And with more than usual snow expected in the Pacific Northwest this winter, Shovler shovelers will find plenty of

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10 Smart Ways to Save Money on Spices (Herbs, Too!)

by JoEllen Schilke This time of year brings a slew of our favorite holidays. While we get nostalgic about the decorations and New Years’ parties, what we really love is the food. Cookies, brisket, droolworthy mashed potatoes, spicy hot chocolate — they’re all important parts of the holiday season.Do you show love by making a ton of food for friends and family at this time of year? Does your neighborhood

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How to Calculate Monthly Expenses

Tracking expenses can help inform smart money management, ensuring you have clear oversight and control over your finances. While the thought of examining the money you spend may be daunting at first, this is one of the first steps in setting a monthly budget that works for you (i.e., one that covers your basic needs and wants without leaving you feeling like you’re living a life of denial).When setting up

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How to Choose the Best HSA Provider for Your Lifestyle

A health savings account (HSA) can be a practical part of your comprehensive money management strategy. HSAs provide a secure place to keep pre-tax money and let it grow tax-free. You can later use the cash in your HSA account for qualified health care expenses.In addition to helping you save on medical costs, investing in an HSA can also benefit your finances in other ways. This article will provide an

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