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Best Free Debit Cards for Kids & Teens

Allowing your children to use debit cards is a great way to teach them how to manage money. But what you don't want is to have to pay fees. Thankfully, several banks offer debit cards for kids to use with their parents. Here are 10 free debit cards for kids and teens and a few low-cost options.

How Does the Kiddie Tax Work and Can You Avoid Paying It?

The kiddie tax is designed to prevent parents from shifting assets to their children’s names to avoid paying taxes at their own tax rates. But how does the kiddie tax work, and are there ways you can avoid paying it? Here are some tax strategies that may help.

Amalgamated Bank Bonus – up to $250

Amalgamated Bank is a socially conscious bank that will give you up to $250 for opening a money market account and depositing a sizable amount. See the details of this offer to learn more.

HomeTrust Bank $400 Checking Bonus Promotion

HomeTrust Bank is a small regional bank in Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee or Virginia - they have a $400 bank bonus that's pretty easy to obtain if you live in those states.

What Time Does Direct Deposit Hit?

Do you receive your paycheck via direct deposit? Have you ever wondered what time it hits your bank account? Here's a closer look at how direct deposit works, when it hits your bank account, and more.

15 Largest Life Insurance Companies in the U.S.

When shopping for life insurance, you want to make sure the company you're dealing with is going to be around for a while. And while size isn't everything, companies with a larger market share have a more extensive customer base which can translate to greater financial stability. Here are 15 of the largest life insurance companies in the U.S.

Venmo vs. PayPal: Which Is Right for You?

If you need to send money to a friend or receive payment, chances are you're using PayPal or Venmo. But while they offer a similar service, there are some key differences. This Venmo vs. PayPal comparison breaks down the key features to help you decide which peer-to-peer (P2P) payment service is better for you.

Rocket Money Review 2024: Is Rocket Money Safe?

Rocket Money is a budgeting app that helps you track your spending, automate your savings, cancel unwanted subscriptions and plan for future purchases. But is Rocket Money safe to use, and how does it stack up to the competition? Find out in this Rocket Money Review.

What Is Life Insurance and How Does it Work?

Most Americans don't understand how life insurance works or why it's so important. If they did, more than 40% of the population would have enough life insurance coverage. In this article, I explain what life insurance is, how it works, and what types of life insurance you can buy.

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