
– mike@thepennyhoarder.com (Mike Brassfield)
We’re big on investing. It’s an important way to grow your money and set yourself up for retirement someday. But is it dangerous to be too obsessed with the stock market? You bet it is. Our financial advice columnist, Dear Penny, recently heard from a reader whose husband stopped funding his 401(k) so he can […]
10 Products for Book Lovers and Readers – Melissa Neiman
A good book can provide distraction and take you to places you’ve never been. And we can all use a little escape right about now. Whether you’re a traditionalist who gravitates toward old-fashioned hard covers and paperbacks or you prefer more modern e-books or audiobooks, we’ve rounded up a variety of must-have products on Amazon […]
10 States Where Shoppers Love to Get Cash Back – Chris Kissell
Residents in three Sun Belt states could teach the rest of us a thing or two about getting cash back from purchases. Florida, Texas and California shoppers have earned more cash back using the rebate app Ibotta over the past five years than residents in other states, according to a new study from Ibotta itself. […]

The Financial Truths COVID-19 Has Taught Us – mike@thepennyhoarder.com (Mike Brassfield)
The COVID-19 pandemic has taught us all some hard lessons — lessons about being prepared, lessons about making smart decisions, lessons about endurance. We’ve learned some tough financial truths over the past year, too. In its own clinical and uncompromising way, the pandemic has shown us things about money that we didn’t necessarily know before. […]
What Homeowners and Buyers Should Expect Under Biden – Karla Bowsher
Originally published by Zach Wichter on Bankrate.com. The country is now looking at a big governmental shift, and full Democratic control in Washington is likely to result in significant policy changes in a number of areas, especially for homeowners. Everyone from current mortgage holders to prospective homebuyers and renters are likely to see some benefit […]

100 Birthday Freebies ~~ Celebrate WIth Free Stuff in 2021! – thepennyhoarder@gmail.com (The Penny Hoarder Staff)
Hooray! It’s your birthday! The last thing you should do is pay for stuff. So we’ve put together a list of 100 places where you can get birthday freebies, updated for 2021. Most of these places require you to sign up for their email list or join their rewards club at least seven days before […]

What Is a Unicorn Tech Startup Company – Status Meaning & Examples – Joshua Rodriguez
You’ve likely come across the term “unicorn” when digging into new investment opportunities. Unicorn companies present rare opportunities that often drive investors to dive in. But is that really a good idea? What are unicorn companies and should you invest in them? Find out here. What Is a Unicorn Tech Startup Company – Status Meaning […]

How to Maximize the Capital One Spark Miles for Business – Rebecca Lake
The Capital One® Spark® Miles for Business offers unlimited miles on purchases, plus some potentially valuable travel benefits. Even so, it does come with an annual fee of $0 intro for the first year, then $95. This card could be a good option for business travel if your goal is to keep things simple when… […]

12 Ideas to Save on Super Bowl Party Food, Recipes & Supplies – Amy Livingston
If you’re looking forward to the Super Bowl as a welcome break from the gloom of winter, you don’t need a couple hundred dollars to celebrate it. In fact, hosting a Super Bowl bash is one of the easiest ways to throw a party on a budget. And these tips can save you even more […]

Best Credit Cards to Get Free Room Upgrades – Rand Shoaf
Free room upgrades are a great benefit of elite status in a hotel loyalty program. Road warriors can earn elite status by racking up lots of paid stays, but for the rest of us, there is an easier way. Many co-branded hotel credit cards offer automatic elite status, which can mean a free upgrade to… […]
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