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The Highest Interest Rates for April 2024
The Federal Reserve last raised interest rates by 0.25% on July 26, 2023. The hike is an effort to help bring inflation down. While higher interest rates are not great…
Best IRA CD Rates for April 2024
I recently learned that my father has decided to cash out his UPS pension. The immediate question from my dad was, “How do I avoid paying taxes on this thing?”…
The 10 Best Online Banks – April 2024
With more online banks available now than ever before, finding the best online bank has never been easier. In this article, we’ll explain how online banks work, whether or not…
Best Student Checking Accounts and Banking Options
If you held a part-time job in high school, you may have a bank account or even a credit card in your name. But if you didn’t work — maybe…
Best Bonuses for Business Checking Accounts in 2024
Business owners know that every dollar counts. Now that you have some cash flow, your deposits and expenses mustn’t get mixed up with your personal expenditures. A separate business checking…
7 Best Second Chance Checking Accounts of 2024
I’ve had a checking account since college, and frankly, it’s hard to imagine living without one. For some people, however, getting approved for a traditional checking account is impossible. And…
Apps & Tools
GoHenry Review – An Easy Way to Teach Kids About Finances
If you’ve been struggling to teach your children and teenagers about money, GoHenry is a resource that can help you do so. It covers everything from earning money to budgeting,…
The 10 Best Mint Alternatives for 2024
Mint.com has been a good budgeting tool. I have used it myself from time to time. Unfortunately, however, Mint.com has closed for good, and the transition for users to CreditKarma…
7 Best Money-Saving Apps for College Students in 2024
Living on a shoestring budget is a common challenge for college students. But you can help your financial situation by choosing one of the best money-saving apps for college students…
Wally App Review 2024 – Creating a Budget with AI
Wally GPT bills itself as “The World’s 1st AI-Powered Personal Finance App.” Is Wally simply cashing in on AI mania? Does AI even make for a better personal finance app?…
Buxfer Review 2024 – The Most Comprehensive Budgeting App
Buxfer is a budgeting app that claims to help you take control of your financial future. Is that true, or is it just a marketing spin? You can answer that…
PocketGuard App Review 2024 – Know What’s in Your Pocket at All Times
There are plenty of budgeting services and apps to choose from. One well worth considering is PocketGuard. It’s an app that tracks your spending, helps you budget for expenses, and…
Latest Articles
8 Best Banks for Small Business – April 2024
Bank accounts aren’t just for individuals. Businesses need a way to store money, deposit checks, pay bills, and manage their finances, so many banks offer business bank accounts. These accounts…
8 Best Banks With No Overdraft Fees – April 2024
Have you ever been hit with an overdraft fee? Don’t be embarrassed; it happens to nearly everyone sooner or later. It can happen because you made a math error in…
The 7 Best Business Checking Accounts For Freelancers and Entrepreneurs in 2024
In the ever-evolving landscape of freelance and entrepreneurial work, finding the right financial tools to manage income, expenses, and taxes is paramount. As such, choosing a business checking account becomes…
Discover Cashback Debit Review 2024 – Earn Cash Back on Debit Purchases
The Discover Cashback Debit card reimagines the traditional banking experience by combining the reliability and structure of a well-established financial institution with the innovative perks of modern fintech. At its…
How to Qualify for the Lowest Mortgage Rate Possible
After falling for decades, mortgage rates have risen significantly over the past year. Granted, it’s still nowhere near the 15% or more consumers paid on 30-year, fixed-rate mortgages in the…
Which FICO Scores Do Mortgage Lenders Use?
As I’ve mentioned before, I’ve been on a refinancing binge. My wife and I have refinanced our home twice in the last 12 months, and my business partner and I…