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Am I Entitled to Part of My Ex-Husband’s Inheritance?
Dear Penny, I was married to a “user” for 25 years. He had used others before me. I was the…
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Micro-Investing Defined & How to Get Started
Myth: You need lots of money to start investing. Micro-investing apps are giving everyday people access to the stock market…
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The Penny Hoarder’s 2021 Survey on Child Care Costs
When you have a baby, you understand your life is going to change significantly. You’re responsible for another human being.…
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6 Ways for Parents to Save on Child Care
In case you didn’t know, child care isn’t cheap. If you’ve never had kids, or if you have your first…
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Parents Need Child Care Assistance Beyond the Pandemic, Survey Shows
The high cost of child care is tough for American parents to shoulder alone. The Penny Hoarder surveyed 2,000 parents…
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Are We Stuck With My Stepdaughter’s Illegal Student Loan?
Dear Penny, My husband’s daughter from his previous marriage took out a student loan in his name without his consent.…
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With Credit Sesame, He Raised His Credit Score Nearly 170 Points
Lorenzo Frias has specific financial goals in life, including buying a better car and someday buying his own home. But…
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How to Turn a Seasonal Job Into a Permanent One
When the last heavily discounted flat-screen TV is sold, when the final gift-wrapped package is gently placed on the stoop,…
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How Can I Get Ahead When My Paycheck Is Just $358?
Dear Penny, I have a small part-time role at a retail store and I earn roughly $358 biweekly. I’m 33…
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Can We Protect Dad From His Money-Hungry Girlfriend?
Dear Penny, My father is in his mid-80s, and my mother died over a decade ago. He started dating a…
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