Dear Penny: My Rich Boyfriend Worries I’ll Burden Him if We Marry

Weve been dating for two years, and its been wonderful. The way I see it, I am very responsible with the money I do make. I dont have any debt, and I pay all my own bills. Do you have any advice for us? This is one neither of us knows how to navigate. -R Dear R., Its been a wonderful two years. Youre talking about growing old together. That doesnt sound wonderful to me....

February 7, 2021 · 3 min · 543 words · Jacob Larson

8 Free Sleep Apps to Get You Through Those Restless Nights

Here are the best ones weve found. The lite version does the trick with free sleep sounds and nature sounds. Find White Noise in theApple App Store,Google PlayorAmazon. Are you turning more to apps for wellness? Try these cheap orfree meditation apps. Additional hypnosis tracks are available as app purchases for $2.99 apiece. Find Relax and Sleep Well Hypnosis in theApple App StoreorGoogle Play. 7 Ways to Make Money if You Hate People Do you avoid people too?...

February 6, 2021 · 1 min · 212 words · Heather Hall

Best Cheap Moisturizers for Dry Skin, Plus Tips to Get Relief

Its one of lifes mysteries. We spoke to dermatologists to better understand what heals dry, cracked skin and identify the best cheap moisturizers. (Spoiler: you’re able to find many of them in drugstores.) Susan Bard’s must-have moisturizers for dry hands include O’Keeffe’s Working Hands, which is $6.99 at Bed Bath & Beyond. A moisturizer is a mixture of water and oil-soluble components that tackle the outermost layer of your skin....

February 5, 2021 · 2 min · 387 words · William Lane

Floridians, Your Car Insurance Plans to Rip You Off Unless You Do This

Watch out for your wallet! Do you live in one of the five U.S. states where car insurance rates are going up this year? For example, New York rates are expected to rise by 1.2%, and Indianas by 1.1%. Annoying, isnt it? Here you are, probably driving less than ever, and they want toraise your car insurance premiums. Theyre ripping you off. Theres something you’ve got the option to easily do about it....

February 5, 2021 · 1 min · 166 words · Robert Cruz

This Free App Pays up to $755/Win for Playing Solitaire on Your Phone

Chances are, youve played your fair share of Solitaire. And why wouldnt you? Its a great time-killer, its fun and its a nice little mental challenge. The only thing that could make it better? Winning money for it. TheSolitaire Cube applets you do just that. But heres the thing: Its really not. When I actually started winning money and earning prizes, I was blown away, she says. Heres how it works:Download the free Solitaire Cube appand create an account....

February 4, 2021 · 2 min · 243 words · Joseph Reilly

5 Steps to Take When You Need a Career Break, but Your Bills Won’t Stop

Sometimes you need a little break along the way. But money or the lack thereof is what stops many people from even considering it. With some significant planning and budgeting, however, its possible to make your career break dreams a reality. Getty Images Here are five steps you should take when budgeting for a career break. 5 Steps for Career Break Budgeting 1. Think About What Your Career Break Will Look Like...

February 2, 2021 · 2 min · 355 words · Zachary Barnett

February Class-Action Settlements Involve Godiva, Walmart and More

Sometimes, you notice right away if you have been overcharged for an item. AmeriGas admitted no wrongdoing but agreed to the settlement to end litigation. Our team has compiled alist of creative waysyou can fatten your bank account this week. This is a long list, so dont get overwhelmed. Well keep it updated as offers changes or expire. Submit your valid claim by March 8, 2021. Did you know? This agreement purportedly began in June 2013....

February 1, 2021 · 2 min · 299 words · Adam Jimenez

Dear Penny: My Sister Moved in With Dad and Claims She Can’t Be Evicted

She was laid off for not having child care and is collecting unemployment. My father was struggling to pay for his apartment, as well. Their relationship has deteriorated. I dont think they can continue living together. She said she will refuse to leave the apartment if management doesnt let her take over the lease. I dont want to hold my sisters past mistakes against her, and COVID-19 has disproportionately impacted single mothers....

January 31, 2021 · 3 min · 516 words · Steven Boyd

The 5 Things Practically Every Successful Money Goal Has in Common

We all have financial goals wed like to achieve. Get out of debt. Improve our credit scores. But weve also seen our well-intentioned resolutions never become reality. Setting Money Goals As SMART Goals Lets break down each aspect of setting SMART goals. Make Your Goals Specific The more explicit and detailed you might be about your money goals, the better. 7 Ways to Make Money if You Hate People Do you avoid people too?...

January 30, 2021 · 3 min · 463 words · Matthew Smith

De-stress and Find Calm With These 7 Cheap or Free Meditation Apps

Stress is something we all deal with in varying forms. Meditation isscientifically provento lower stress levels and help soothe the hamster wheel of thoughts racing through our minds. Best of all, thanks to modern technology, meditation has never been so accessible. Our team has compiled alist of creative waysyou can fatten your bank account this week. This is a long list, so dont get overwhelmed. Well keep it updated as offers changes or expire....

January 29, 2021 · 2 min · 234 words · Stacie Delacruz

Here Are 6 Easy, Cheap Breakfast Ideas — From Nutritionists

Weve all heard that breakfast is the Most Important Meal. And by you, I mean, I. Cheap Breakfast Ideas and Advice, from Nutritionists Heres what the experts told us. Why is breakfast important? What should you always include in your morning meal? No Interest Til Almost 2027? Balance Transfer = Credit Card Cheat Code Aim to get whole foods and whole grains, Naar says. What ingredients should you always have at home for a budget-friendly breakfast?...

January 29, 2021 · 2 min · 244 words · Donna Cooper

3 Essential Lessons From GameStop’s Shocking Highs and Lows

Pretend you invested $10,000 in GameStop stock at 10 a.m. Eastern time Thursday. By 5:41 p.m., after-hour trading had pushed it back up to $5,645. Regardless of when youre reading, just know this: All these numbers are already ridiculously outdated. Heres why GameStop has been on such a wild ride and what you should take away as aregular investor. How Did GameStop Rise 2,500%? The retailerbuys and sells old video games, which has been tough as gaming has gone digital....

January 28, 2021 · 3 min · 590 words · Jacob Guzman

7 FAQs on the Nationwide Eviction Ban That Biden Just Extended Until March 31

Before Biden ordered the extension, the moratorium was set to end Jan. 31, 2021. Weve compiled what we know about the latest order into this eviction moratorium FAQ. How do I know if I qualify for the eviction moratorium? To qualify, youll have to sign a sworn declaration affirming that: 2. What should I do if my landlord is threatening to evict me? 7 Ways to Make Money if You Hate People Do you avoid people too?...

January 28, 2021 · 3 min · 545 words · Cassandra Hall