Cut Your Cell Phone Bill to as Little as $15/Month (Without Leaving Your Couch)

Theyre expensive, though! One companyisslashing prices, though. Theres also a special discount 25% off for your first six months of service. Each plan has unlimited talk and text messaging. 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. You dont have to venture into a cell phone store, either....

April 9, 2020 · 2 min · 334 words · Renee Robinson

Find a Work-From-Home Job During This Virtual Fair April 16

Attend this virtual career fair and you may never have to go into the office again. Eleven major employers with remote job openings are recruiting at the event. More employers may be added. Our team has compiled alist of creative waysyou can fatten your bank account this week. This is a long list, so dont get overwhelmed. Go ahead and start now, but be sure to bookmark this post so you could easily return later....

April 9, 2020 · 2 min · 267 words · Stephen Powell

Social Security and Coronavirus Checks: 4 Times You Should Still File Taxes

The money is part of a $2.2 trillioncoronavirus relief billthat was signed into law on March 27. Not sure how to get started? Heres a step-by-step guide to filing a simple tax return. But to get the $500, the only way to do it is to file. No Interest Til Almost 2027? Balance Transfer = Credit Card Cheat Code 2. But you could miss out on the additional $1,200 for your spouse....

April 8, 2020 · 2 min · 232 words · Melissa Sullivan

No, You Won’t Pay Taxes on Your Coronavirus Relief Check. Here’s Why

Yes, thats right. That money will be completely yours to spend however you see fit. Nothing will be deducted for taxes. This post refers to the 2020 tax season. For the most up-to-date info, check out ourrecent tax articles. Not a single cent. You wont have a lower tax refund next year because of the payments. You also wont owe more for 2020 because you got a check. If youre married with income below $150,000, you will receive the entire $2,400....

April 6, 2020 · 3 min · 522 words · Tom Johnson

Dear Penny: If My Boyfriend Is My Dependent, Do I Get His Coronavirus Cash?

I havent filed, but I have three years of 1099s. We have a child, and he is a stay-at-home dad. Im head of household. Im not working due to COVID-19. I groom dogs as an independent contractor and he informally assists me. I need the stimulus money for him to cover his living expenses, but we arent married. Can I claim him as a dependent? I pay his credit cards from my bank account....

April 5, 2020 · 2 min · 290 words · Timothy Barnes

Scared to Invest Right Now? These 6 Companies Will Give You Free Stocks

Were all about freebies around here. Even better they could increase in value over time! And before you ask: Yes, there is a such thing as free stocks. We know, we know. Without further delay, here are our favorite companies giving away free stocks: 1. Yup its free to buy and trade stocks, options, exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and cryptocurrencies. Plus, there are no account minimums and no maintenance fees. Our team has compiled alist of creative waysyou can fatten your bank account this week....

April 5, 2020 · 3 min · 465 words · Erin Brown

Here’s Exactly When You Can Expect Your Coronavirus Stimulus Check

Those with the lowest adjusted gross incomes would receive the first payments. Families with children 16 or younger will receive a$500 credit per child. No Interest Til Almost 2027? This post refers to stimulus checks issued in 2020. For the most up-to-date info, check out ourrecent tax articles. When Will I Receive My Coronavirus Check? OK, so the big question on your mind is probably: When will I receive my coronavirus check?...

April 3, 2020 · 2 min · 223 words · Jasmine Norman

Here’s Our Most Up-to-Date Info on the $1,200 Coronavirus Stimulus Checks

It also provides hundreds of billions in loans to struggling small businesses and larger companies. Well answer more questions in this coronavirus stimulus checks FAQ as information becomes available. Will I get a check? This post refers to stimulus checks issued in 2020. For the most up-to-date info, check out ourrecent tax articles. How much will I get? No Interest Til Almost 2027? For people who file as head of household, the phase-out ends at $136,500....

April 3, 2020 · 5 min · 977 words · Michael Long

Scared to Invest? This App Gives You Up to $200 in Free Stock

Chances are, you know investing can be an important part of your financial strategy. But if you feel like you dont have enough money to get started, youre not alone. if you know where to look. Whether youve got $5, $100 or $800 to spare, you might start investing withRobinhood. Yeah, youve probably heard of Robinhood. Plus, its super easy to use. It sounds appealing right? Check it out here!

April 3, 2020 · 1 min · 70 words · Jesse Mathews

$500 Coronavirus Payments for Children: How to Know if Your Kid Qualifies

But what about the extra $500 youll get for each child under 17? The rules around those payments are a little more tricky. People beganreceiving coronavirus stimulus checksthe week of April 13 via direct deposit. This post refers to stimulus checks issued in 2020. For the most up-to-date info, check out ourrecent tax articles. I have custody of my grandchild. Will I get the $500 credit for them? No Interest Til Almost 2027?...

April 2, 2020 · 3 min · 498 words · Kathleen Clarke

Purdue Pharma, CenturyLink Among April’s Class-Action Settlements

The term fraud was missing from her report. Probably not as good as youd like. It always seems like an uphill battle to build (and keep) a decent amount in savings. But what if your car breaks down, or you have a sudden medical bill? Ask one of these companies to help… This Class does not include individuals who had a record of a match in the Internal Fraud Prevention Service....

April 1, 2020 · 3 min · 449 words · Carrie Clark

This 24-Minute Money Challenge is Perfect For People Stuck at Home

And thats what we should be doing what weneedto be doing to flatten this COVID-19 curve. But we get it: We feel a bit stir-crazy, too. Thats why we created a quick 24-minute money challenge. Aileen Perilla/The Penny Hoarder Its a great way to spend 24 minutes today, and youll feel more productive for it. Stop Overpaying on Your Monthly Bills (2 Minutes) Your monthly bills are non-negotiables, right? Theyre just something youre stuck paying....

March 30, 2020 · 4 min · 653 words · Mark Lopez

Before Spending Your Emergency Fund, Ask Yourself These Questions

We get so used to thinking of ouremergency fundas cash we shouldnt touch. It can feel wrong to actually spend that money. Here are four questions to ask before spending your emergency cash. Is This Expense a Need? This is a pretty obvious question but one thats vital to consider. When you use your emergency fund to replace lost income, you cant spend like you used to. Ask yourself: Is this expense necessary for my survival?...

March 27, 2020 · 2 min · 366 words · Leah Long