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How to Deposit Cash Into Your Bank Account

While it’s true that cash deposits are becoming less common, there are still times when you may need to deposit cash. What if you deal with an online bank. How do you deposit cash when there are no physical locations or ATMs? Here are some different ways to deposit cash at both brick and mortar and online banks.

How to Verify Funds on a Check and How to Avoid Getting Scammed

Unfortunately, financial fraud is a common occurrence in today’s world. Verifying funds on a check is an easy but important step you can take to avoid getting scammed out of your money. In this article, I’ll show you how to verify funds on a check and uncover some check-writing scams you should be aware of. 

Mainvest Review: Earn Passive Income by Investing In Small Businesses

Mainvest offers investors an opportunity to spread their wings by investing in small, local businesses for as little as $100. Mainvest uses a crowdfunded investment model in which investors provide financing for small businesses in exchange for regular interest income. This Mainvest review covers the basics; key features, how to sign up, and the pros and cons.

How Long Is a Check Good For?

Ever wondered how long a check is good for? It's important to know for several reasons because checks that remain outstanding or uncashed for long periods can affect you financially in several ways. In this article, we discuss what you need to know about check cashing, both for checks you get and for checks you write. 

Where to Get Cheap Clothes: 18 Places to Save Money on Clothing

Affordable options exist, but it often means sacrificing quality and style. Thankfully, you can get a wide variety of clothing - including name-brand clothing - at great prices, you just need to know where to look. We've compiled a list of 18 places to get cheap clothes. Let's take a closer look, starting with online stores.

VOO vs. VTI: S&P 500 vs. Total Stock Market ETFs

The Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO) and the Vanguard Total Stock Market ETF (VTI) are two of the largest and most popular investment funds in America. Each ETF is used to represent the general US stock market in a portfolio. But in a head-to-head comparison (VOO vs. VTI), is one better than the other?

What Is Lean FIRE? Early Retirement for the Frugal Crowd

Like the other FIRE versions, Lean FIRE relies heavily on the safe withdrawal rate and building an extensive portfolio. But the main difference is that this version of FIR has a much stronger emphasis on frugality. Lean FIRE works incredibly well for people who can live on less than the average person does.

GoHenry Review: A Feature-Rich Kids Debit Card for Smaller Families

GoHenry offers family-friendly debit cards for kids and teens that can help them learn how to manage their money and also participate in a digital economy that’s going cashless. This GoHenry Card review takes a closer look at how your child can use this card to learn how to manage money and pay the bills.

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