Ellevest Review 2022: Pros and Cons

by Whitney Hansen Women have fought for a place at the proverbial table, and now they’re showing up strong. During the pandemic, more businesses have been started by female founders, and more women than men have entered higher education.Even so, fewer investors are female, and the gender pay gap persists. That’s where Ellevest comes in.Ellevest is an investing service aimed at tackling women’s unique financial burdens, taking into account things

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What We Learned in 2021 to Save on Home Improvements

by Nicole DowSenior WriterWe’ve been seeing our homes in a new light since the pandemic started.Though this year we weren’t always cooped up inside our four walls, we continued to find projects to work on around the house. They ranged from minor redecorating to major repairs put on hold during the uncertainties of the previous year.Here are our top eight stories from this year on how to save money on

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MoneyLion Spots You Up to $250 When You Need It — at 0% APR

by Kari Faber When you need cash — and you need it fast — there are only so many legal ways to get it. While waiting for payday, you could sell your stuff or ask a friend or family member for help.But you don’t want to part with your TV; you don’t need the guilt from your loved ones — and you definitely don’t need to pay up to 400%

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9 Top Stories From 2021 to Help You Save Money on Auto Expenses

by Nicole DowSenior WriterIn 2021, the costs of new and used cars increased due to computer chip shortages, low inventory and increased demand.We also saw gas prices rise and rental car rates soar.You’ve likely felt the financial pinch.Still, we’ve also come away from this year learning how to better navigate these expenses. Here are our top stories from 2021 to help drivers save money on auto expenses. Take these tips

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Bingo Cash Pays You up to $83 Per Win for Playing Bingo on Your Phone

by The Penny Hoarder Staff Who doesn’t love Bingo? Is there anything more satisfying than dabbing that last space on your board and raising your hand to shout out “Bingo!” for the win? Not in our book.Here’s the deal: If you love Bingo like we do, there’s a free iPhone app called Bingo Cash that lets you play for money. You might be thinking: There’s got to be a catch.

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The Penny Challenge Can Help You Save More Than $600 This Year

by Nicole DowSenior WriterWhat difference can saving your pennies make? A lot, it turns out, if you’re doing the penny challenge.This money-saving challenge helps you put aside $667.95 in a year — or $671.61 in a leap year. To participate in the challenge, follow these steps:Start by saving one penny on the first day.Each day that follows, add one cent to the amount you saved the day before. For example,

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E*TRADE Review 2022: Pros and Cons

by Timothy MooreContributorE*TRADE is one of the most popular online brokers and even has a physical footprint in the U.S., though branches remain closed because of the pandemic.New investors can learn the ropes quite easily with E*TRADE’s wealth of educational content, but experienced investors also have a home with E*TRADE via the more advanced Power E*TRADE platform.In addition to the core brokerage accounts, E*TRADE offers a Custodial Account, an Education

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Dear Penny: Do I Have to Work Forever After My Ex-Wife Bankrupted Me?

Real Answers for Life’s Money Challengesby Robin Hartill, CFP®Senior EditorI’m almost 68. My ex-wife has a spending “disease” and racked up well over $100,000 on credit cards. She refused to file for bankruptcy and would only agree if I took the money out of my 401(k) savings. Then she charged all the cards up again until they were at another $85,000 and there was no money to pay bills. We

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Comparing Careerbuilder vs. Monster for Employers

by Mike BrassfieldSenior WriterDo you need to fill a job opening? Are you looking to hire a qualified applicant with a minimum of hassles?In that case, you’ve no doubt considered using a popular jobs board like Careerbuilder or Monster. These are two of the best job search sites. But what’s the difference between the two? Which one would be best for what you need?A third website that competes with them

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50 Restaurant Rewards Programs That Are Worth Joining

by Jenna Limbach Quick Navigation 50 Restaurant Rewards Programs to Join Now Coffee Breakfast Dessert Burgers Chicken Sandwiches Pizza General Restaurants If you find yourself indulging in your daily Starbucks coffee, meeting your friends for lunch every Friday at Chipotle and driving your kids to McDonald’s after every soccer game, it’s time to get rewarded. Starbucks, Chipotle and McDonald’s are part of a growing group of restaurants dishing up discounts,

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